Cold and Flu

During cold and flu season, you may be unsure about when you should call in sick from work. Here are some signs that you'd be better off resting and recuperating at home.

A doctor will be able to tell that you have the flu if you have at least some or most of these symptoms.

Many people use the word flu when they actually have a cold.

Here's a quick guide to help you tell the symptoms of the flu from the symptoms of a bad cold.

New mom Trish Rawn shares her experience of what happened when her 1-year-old daughter came down with H1N1.

What side effects can the H1N1 vaccine cause?

Are you allergic to the H1N1 vaccine? Anaphylaxis is a rare but serious allergic reaction that occurs with many medications and vaccines. Cases of anaphylaxis have been reported with the H1N1 vaccine. Should you be concerned?

Becoming a pro at catching a cold could help you minimize your suffering during the most contagious season.

Sore throat is one of the most common symptoms of colds and the flu. Find relief with these throat-soothing strategies.

If you're not sure whether you should get a flu shot this year, consider these answers to 6 frequently asked questions about the vaccination.

Can taking extra vitamin C help ward off the common cold? Researchers and doctors are divided on this issue, but many people claim that taking daily vitamin C supplements provides protection against cold and flu viruses. Several studies have been conducted to try to determine if any link exists between vitamin C and the common cold.