Common winter illnesses are typically highly contagious. A family physician breaks down 10 common winter illnesses and what to do and expect when you catch them.
Tag: common cold
Should You Use a CPAP Machine When You’re Sick?
We all know how important it is to breathe, and that’s especially true for anyone using a CPAP machine. But what if you’re sick or congested? Should you still use one? An otolaryngologist and sleep specialist provides some answers.
6 Common Illnesses and How You Can Avoid Spreading Them
Cold and flu season is just around the corner. To stay healthy, learn how you can stop the spread of common viruses, along with how long you can be contagious with each one.
Can Vitamin C Help You Fight a Cold?
Vitamin C has long been hailed for its immune-boosting properties. Learn what this nutrient does for your body and whether it can keep you from getting sick.
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How Mullein Benefits Your Lungs
Mullein, a centuries-old medical remedy, still has practical uses today. Learn more about how this herb can help loosen mucus, calm inflammation and fight germs.
9 Tips To Stay Healthy During the Long, Cold Winter Months
Winter can be tough on your body. Learn how to get through the cold-weather months healthy and happy.
How to Comfort Your Child at Home When They Have RSV
With RSV surging this year, it’s important to treat your child’s symptoms as they occur. Try these TLC tips and treatments.
Home Remedies for the Common Cold
You can’t cure a cold, but you can manage it. An expert explains what home remedies can help make you more comfortable while you wait for your cold to run its course.
Can Putting Garlic in Your Nose Relieve Congestion?
Feel a case of the sniffles coming on? Some TikTokkers say putting a clove of raw garlic up your nose can clear your congestion. Viral videos show mucus flowing after removing the cloves — but it’s not what you think.
Why Am I Still Getting Sick In Isolation?
An expert weighs in on why it’s still possible to pick up a cold or the flu despite social distancing.
