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Rhinovirus vs. Enterovirus: What’s the Difference?

They’re viral cousins, but enteroviruses are more likely to cause serious illness

Cold sore on bottom lip
November 20, 2025/Primary Care

Common Cold Sore Triggers Explained

Lots of things can activate the herpes simplex virus, from the common cold and cold weather to cracked skin and cosmetic procedures

Person coughing into their elbow, with hand on their chest
March 13, 2025/Infectious Disease

Cough Etiquette: How NOT To Get Other People Sick

Germs spread quickly and easily, so covering your face, washing your hands and avoiding close contact are key

Hand holding hot glass mug of tea, with medicine packet open on bed cover

Battling Bronchitis? Try These Home Remedies

Simple solutions like adding moisture to the air and using nasal sprays can help ease your cough and other symptoms of the illness

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Hand spraying disinfectant cleaner and another hand using disinfectant wipe among germs
August 8, 2024/Infectious Disease

Do Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Kill COVID-19?

Lysol Disinfecting Wipes are just one of more than 500 products approved by the EPA for protection against the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19

positive COVID test with COVID virus molecules floating around it
December 21, 2023/Infectious Disease

How Long Does COVID-19 Last if You’re Vaccinated?

The duration varies, but symptoms can linger for a few days up to a couple weeks or more

Elderly person receives vaccine in arm from health professional.
September 13, 2023/Infectious Disease

Is There a Vaccine for RSV? Here’s Who’s Eligible

Adults 60 or older, pregnant women and babies may be eligible for protection against RSV

Illustration of the herpes virus.
August 12, 2022/Cancer Care & Prevention

6 Viruses That Can Cause Cancer

It’s not just smoking and genetics that can increase your risk of cancer

taking antibiotic
November 10, 2020/Primary Care

4 Important Facts You Need to Know About Antibiotics

Don’t assume you need them when you’re sick

woman using hand sanitizer
October 15, 2020/Infectious Disease

Your Comprehensive Guide to Hand Sanitizer

Find out the right way to use it — and which ones aren’t safe

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