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Viral upper respiratory tract infections – also known as the common cold – afflict everyone, typically three times per year, ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) cold and flu medicines can help manage symptoms, but it’s important to choose the right ingredients ...

Cold-water exposure is hot right now. From influencers touting the mental-health benefits of cold showers to professional ...

When your body feels like it's on fire, it can be hard to know which type of medicine you should reach for. Here's what you should consider.

Rhinoviruses and endemic coronaviruses are the main causes of the common cold. Recent studies show “common” cold viruses can cause severe and even fatal illness in healthy adults. Infection with ...

The common cold is the most common reason for a visit to a primary care physician and many medications are used to alleviate symptoms. Pseudoephedrine is one of the most commonly used OTC drugs and is ...

Older adults, especially those managing multiple chronic conditions, are more likely to face complex drug regimens. The use of five or more drugs (called polypharmacy) is common in this age group. As ...