You won’t get a cold or flu-like illness from being cold ... For minor illnesses, taking an ice bath might be a welcome respite. Ice baths can reduce inflammation and muscle soreness, which ...

They say taking a hot bath before putting on your pyjamas could ... As the colder months approach and more people suffer from cold and flu symptoms, the NHS website offers advice on steam ...

Usually, that means you’re sick with something—probably a cold or the flu. It’s not surprising if you’re not sure what you’ve caught, considering how often we often lump cold and flu ...

A cold begins when a virus attaches to the lining of your nose or throat. A doctor can usually tell if you have the flu based on your symptoms, especially if it’s during peak season. Bird flu ...

Sometimes there is a bacterial infection or complications that need medical assessment and follow up. The best way to prevent catching a cold or flu is to wash your hands frequently and get your ...

Color-coding is also a good idea for hand and bath towels, so family members don't spread germs. And be sure to wash all towels, and sheets more often during cold and flu season and use hot water.

The cold and flu are common respiratory (breathing) illnesses, but different viruses cause them. More than 200 viruses can cause a cold, with rhinovirus being the most common. Influenza viruses ...

Despite their name, Dr Bowers explained that it’s actually quite strange that colds thrive in winter. Reports of flu-like illnesses increase in the winter months. “It’s an odd one because ...

A medical expert has provided advice on an ingredient that can help lessen the duration of flu recovery, albeit with one caveat. It's the peak season for catching colds and the flu, and despite ...

It’s cold and flu season in the Southern Hemisphere. “A lot of people may be traveling to the Southern Hemisphere: Australia, New Zealand, South America, South Africa,” Dr. David Weber ...

Rising numbers of people across the UK are becoming ill with respiratory infections, including Covid-19, colds and flu. But it can often be difficult to know what exactly is causing your symptoms.