What’s actually getting you sick when it’s cold out, according to a doctor — and the old wives’ tale to ignore
With cold and flu season well underway, this old wives’ tale may be ringing in your ears. But one internal medicine physician ...
Doctor explains how cold weather increases your risk of getting sick
Cold, dry air can trigger asthma and negatively affect heart health. People with asthma may start coughing or wheezing more.
Local doctors on how cold weather contributes to spread of flu and other viruses
Local doctors say respiratory virus season is in full swing, particularly for the flu. Several factors, including cold weather, are potentially contributing to the spread. Here are tips from doctors t ...
Why is this year’s flu season so bad? Doctors weigh in on symptoms and prevention
Doctor visits and hospitalizations for flu have hit a 15-year high. Why is this flu season so bad? Experts discuss influenza ...
Do I have a cold, the flu, COVID-19 or RSV? Signs and symptoms of each this winter
Respiratory syncytial virus is a common, highly contagious illness that often causes mild upper respiratory symptoms, akin to a cold. In babies, particularly those with tiny airways, RSV can cause the ...
Am I sick with the flu, COVID or RSV? What to know about symptoms and when to see your doctor
Says a pediatric infectious disease physician, “Our expectation is that we’re going to have several more weeks yet of a lot ...
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When Sick Kids Should Stay Home
Kids seem to have a constant string of illnesses. But which signs of being sick mean they should stay home? Here are some ...
Do you have norovirus or the flu? As both illnesses spread, doctors share common symptoms
The main symptoms of norovirus include signs of gastroenteritis, Martinello says. A mild norovirus infection might just cause ...