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Charts show US flu season is off to a terrible start, with kids across the South already spiking 100-degree fevers

Kids' temperatures are soaring past 100 degrees Fahrenheit in 17 states, and many are developing co…

Hilary Brueck   


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8 reasons your throat is sore on one side and how to treat it

If your throat is sore on just one side it could mean an infection as minor as a cold or something …

Jocelyn Solis-Moreira,Jason R…   


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How to tell if you have a cold or the flu by your symptoms

Though the common cold and the flu have very similar symptoms, some key differences like how high y…

Madeline Kennedy,Jason McKnig…   


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5 ways to soothe a sore throat whether it's from strep, a cold, or something else

Soothe a sore throat with honey, humidifiers, hydration, and these other doctor-approved methods.

Madeline Kennedy,Omid Mehdiza…   


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7 ways to stop post nasal drip and find relief

Post nasal drip can cause a sore throat and cough, but you can find relief with remedies like nasal…

Kelly Burch,Omid Mehdizadeh   


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8 ways to stop a runny nose from allergies, cold, or flu

If you have a runny nose, it's probably caused by either a case of allergic or nonallergic rhinitis…

Rachel MacPherson,Tania Ellio…   


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When should you try a salt water gargle? Use this home remedy for sore throats and mouth ulcers

Salt water gargles help relieve sore throat and mouth ulcer pain. Make one at home by combining 1/2…

Carla Delgado,Jason McKnight   


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How best to get rid of post nasal drip with over-the-counter medications and home remedies

Post nasal drip can cause a sore throat and cough, but you can find relief from these symptoms with…

Kelly Burch   


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Steam inhalation: How to use fresh herbs to make your own home remedy for congestion relief

Steam inhalation is an age-old therapy that uses herbs like thyme, basil, and rosemary to provide c…

Margie Zable Fisher   


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Amy Schumer said her son was hospitalized with a flu-like virus that's sickening kids across the US. Here are the symptoms to watch out for.

Early symptoms of RSV include runny nose, decreased appetite, and a cough that may progress to whee…

Andrea Michelson   


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How to get rid of a stuffy nose using a humidifier, medicine, a neti pot, and more

A stuffy nose is often caused by the flu, allergies, or even pregnancy - here's how to handle your …

Joanne Pearce,Graham Snyder   


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How to use a neti pot to alleviate congestion from allergies, sinus infections, and more

You can use neti pots like bulb syringes, squeeze bottles, and pulsed water devices to flush out yo…

Sarah Allen,Graham Snyder   


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5 benefits of milk thistle, an herbal remedy that supports skin and bone health

Milk thistle contains a powerful antioxidant compound called silymarin, which is responsible for mo…

Ashley Laderer,Samantha Casse…   


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You can't treat a fever with home remedies, but you can find relief from your symptoms — here's how

Home remedies for a fever include staying hydrated and getting enough sleep. It won't treat your fe…

Geetha Srimathi   


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6 natural and medical remedies for food poisoning

Food poisoning is usually mild and should pass in 48 hours as long as you manage your symptoms by s…

Kelly Burch,Jason R. McKnight   


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The 5 best natural remedies for a stomach ache, according to a gastroenterologist

To soothe an aching stomach, use home remedies like ginger, peppermint, apple cider vinegar, and mo…

Ashley Laderer,Ashkan Farhadi   


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How to break a fever naturally and what medications can help

You can manage fever symptoms by resting, staying hydrated, taking medication, and more. Here's wha…

Kelly Burch,Jason R. McKnight   


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5 major causes of pneumonia and how you can prevent it

You can get pneumonia due to a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection. You can also get hostpital-ac…

Laura Lopez Gonzalez,Jason Mc…   


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Stomach flu vs. food poisoning: How to recognize the differences and treat your symptoms effectively

Because the stomach flu and food poisoning both cause abdominal cramping, vomiting, and diarrhea, i…

Erin Heger   


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Does cold air kill germs? No, it helps viruses spread

Cold air does not kill germs. Actually, cold weather can make it easier for viruses and bacteria to…

Ashley Laderer