With the common cold, flu, COVID-19 and RSV all presenting a threat of illness this fall and winter, here's how to distinguish between the symptoms of each condition.

Many people are reporting the "worst cold ever". But are colds really much worse this year? And, if so, what is causing it? We asked consultant microbiologist Fidelma Fitzpatrick to explain. Yes, some ...

The typical incubation period for a cold is 2–3 days. A sore throat or runny nose are common early signs. Other symptoms, such as coughing and sneezing, may also develop. Colds usually resolve within ...

A head cold, also known as the common cold or head congestion, is a viral nose and throat infection. It’s often a mild sickness that can be treated at home. These remedies won’t make your cold go away ...

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - Adults on average get one or two colds per year, with children getting up to six, and they usually last four to five days. The symptoms are runny nose, dry cough, ...

LOS ANGELES -- Every time kids go back to school, the whole family gets sick. CDC data reveals we haven't had this many cases of the common cold since we hit another high peak three years ago! As flu ...

The common cold is usually caused by a viral infection. Lots of viruses can take hold inside your nose, mouth, throat or lungs, and cause cold symptoms. Colds usually last 3 to 7 days in adults and 10 ...

RSV causes a mild infection similar to the common cold. But, RSV is more likely to cause fever, wheezing, and difficulty eating. Both may be treated at home without medical intervention within around ...

The common cold can cause fluid to build up and may make a person temporarily lose their ability to hear. Hearing loss usually worsens when a person has a cold, but treatment can help relieve symptoms ...