Using a laboratory model of the human nose, scientists have investigated why the severity of common-cold infections varies so ...

Many people across cultures grow up hearing that cold weather makes you sick. Going outside without a coat, breathing in cold ...

Once you understand what's behind your cough, choosing the right treatment becomes much easier.

New research suggests this divide begins almost the moment you’re exposed. A study from Yale University finds that the earliest responses from the cells lining your nose (triggered within hours of ...

recognizing the key differences in how they start, the severity of fever, and specific signs is crucial for accurate ...

Children can suffer from seven to 10 respiratory infections and spend up to 140 days with cold-related symptoms during the dreaded cold and flu season, Dr. Melanie Wilson-Taylor, a pediatrician at ...

A combination of cinnamon and honey is often touted as a remedy for the common cold. While it may help alleviate symptoms, there's no evidence to support the claim of a cure.

Some people continue coughing after they recover from a common respiratory infection. Doctors explain why a cough can last ...

Winter coughs are common and usually harmless, caused by dry air, viral infections, cold exposure, or indoor allergens.

There are plenty of over-the-counter remedies for the common cold, but some carry significant risks, and their efficacy is dubious. The latter applies to phenylephrine, an active ingredient in common ...

How to avoid common cold symptoms: A simple tissue and its proper disposal can drastically reduce the dispersal of virus‑laden droplets. If a tissue isn’t handy, use your arm rather than your hands to ...