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Infections and Infectious Diseases
Infections and Infectious Diseases
A head cold--also called the common cold--is the most frequent illness you will experience in your lifetime. The National Institut...
Both colds and the flu are caused by viruses. There are many different types of viruses that cause the common cold, whereas the fl...
Most colds do not cause complications beyond minor inconveniences, such as missed days at school or work. Flu, however, can pose m...
Both cold and flu are caused by viruses, so antibiotics (which fight bacteria) do not work. Over-the-counter medications help reli...
Colds are caused by viruses that affect the throat, nose, sinuses and ears. The flu is a more severe version that can sometimes af...
Many people turn to alternative medicine, such as echinacea, zinc or vitamin C, for the treatment of cold symptoms. Some also use ...
Healthy lifestyle choices include proper nutrition, rest and minimizing stress. Healthy habits ensure your immune system can fight...
Most cases of cold and flu are diagnosed clinically, which means taking notes on the patient's history and a thorough physical exa...
Symptoms of a cold are sore throat, runny nose, sneezing, coughing, congestion and chills. After a couple days, those symptoms dec...
The CDC released a report revealing that certain species of wild Alaskan salmon carry Japanese broad tapeworms....
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