If you’ve noticed a swell of coughs and sneezes echoing throughout the city of late, you’re not alone. While viruses may seem particularly prevalent this year, the Eastern Ontario Health Unit CEO and ...

Fever slows seasonal flu by blocking viral replication, but bird-flu strains resist heat. New research reveals why—and what this means for treatment and surveillance.

Understanding what to look for and how to respond can help parents navigate "respiratory season" with confidence.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is recalling 41,328 bottles of Walgreens Saline Nasal Spray with Xylitol due to the ...

A GP has warned about a crucial symptom that could indicate you have COVID-19 rather than a cold or flu, with shortness of ...

The UKHSA has urged eligible people to get vaccinated before Christmas as the winter illnesses circulate - here are the ...

ANSWER: Both colds and influenza (the “flu”) are respiratory illnesses that are caused by viruses. Influenza is caused specifically by the influenza viruses, which come in two main types (A and B).

CDC data indicates that norovirus is back on the warpath and getting plenty of Americans sick.

Holiday travel could bring a rise in contagious illnesses like the flu and RSV, according to Virginia health specialists.

This vitamin supports the creation and upkeep of immune cells, including white blood cells. It also helps the body respond faster to common winter infections. Add oranges, lemons, and grapefruits to ...

New research shows feverish temperatures make it more difficult for viruses to hijack our cells. A mouse study suggests it's the heat itself that makes the difference.

Here, experts share their number-one food to boost immunity and combat the cold and flu this season, plus the nutrients to ...