It’s no cure — or even a way to prevent colds — but if taken correctly, zinc might help ease symptoms a bit earlier.

A cold typically resolves after about a week, although congestion, cough, and runny nose can linger. Your cold may be improving if you have more energy and your symptoms are milder. Generally, these ...

Influenza cases are slowly rising in Illinois, signaling the beginning of flu season. Is the cold weather to blame?

Winter is coming, and it’s not just about snowball fights or extra layers of hoodies. For men, cold weather does something ...

Cold exposure can impair your balance, too, since stiff muscles can lead to unsteady ankles and knees, said Dr. Nnaemeka ...

The Mayo Clinic warns COVID-19 and the common cold share similar symptoms, especially early in the onset.

When you start to feel a cold coming on, it’s understandable to feel annoyed. After all, colds are miserable, leaving you with a stuffy nose, achy throat, and cough for days. With that, you may wonder ...

While both infections may cause a sore throat, unlike a cold, strep throat does not cause a cough and runny nose. Additionally, strep can cause tiny red spots on the roof of the mouth called petechiae ...