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Here’s what causes colds to spread so easily, how long they are usually contagious and how they’re most commonly treated.
It's the holiday season, which means it's respiratory virus season. Here's what you need to know about the flu, COVID-19 and the common cold.
Most cold and flu drugs attack symptoms, not the specific viruses that cause the illnesses. They aren't a cure, but they can make you feel better or shorten your illness. There's no one right way ...
Why are viruses more active? Viruses need a host to replicate, and they can survive outside only briefly. When people sick with a common cold or COVID-19 cough or sneeze, they let out respiratory ...
Respiratory illnesses are spreading across Richland County. The common cold, influenza, COVID-19 and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) are the most prevalent sicknesses, according to Denise Close ...
Influenza, COVID-19 and RSV are staples of the winter cold and flu season, but the measles, whooping cough and norovirus are also driving illnesses across the country.
And you’ve probably heard that there’s just one cold virus, right? “There are over 200 types of viruses,” said Dr. Tim Hendrix, medical director with AdventHealth Centra Care Urgent Cares.
Causes Of Cough That Lingers After A Cold. According to the Mayo Clinic, most cases of the common cold resolve without treatment within 7-10 days. However, for some individuals, a cough may ...
It's the holiday season, which means it's respiratory virus season. Here's what you need to know about the flu, COVID-19 and the common cold.
MPV tends to hit hardest in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. A virologist explains.
It's the holiday season, which means it's respiratory virus season. Here's what you need to know about the flu, COVID-19 and the common cold.