Seek medical care if your little one is working hard to breathe or shows signs of dehydration
Both respiratory illnesses cause coughing, but croup brings a distinctive ‘barking’ sound
OTC meds, rest, fluids and an anti-inflammatory diet can help you get through big and small weather changes
Chilblain-like skin lesions and rashes are mild (and rare) complications of many viral infections, not just COVID-19
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‘Walking pneumonia’ is milder and doesn’t always require medication — but it’s also highly contagious
Simple at-home solutions, like doing pursed lip breathing and drinking a warm beverage, can often bring immediate relief
Sinus infections tend to last longer and include symptoms like facial pressure and discolored mucus
Mold exposure can cause allergic reactions, asthma and skin rashes
Both are respiratory infections, but bronchitis affects your bronchial tubes, while pneumonia affects the air sacs in your lungs
A chronic cough is one that lasts for eight weeks or more — and means you should see a healthcare provider
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