Coughs, colds

and the flu

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Your Cough Talks!
Your Cough Talks!

Learn about different kinds of coughs and what can they tell you about your illness.

What does your cough say?
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Soothing Syrups

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Colds Can Be Bold
Colds Can Be Bold

But they can be prevented — learn how. Plus, a guide to cold causes, symptoms and medicines.

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Do You Have a Cold?
How to Tell It’s a Cold
Colds are caused by viruses that affect your upper respiratory tract (nose, sinuses, throat). These tips can help you determine if you may have a cold. Pay most attention to your primary symptoms — the symptoms that are bothering you the most.
Cold
Gradual sore or irritated throat, building over 48 hours
  • Runny nose/watery eyes
  • Stuffy nose/congestion
  • Sneezing
  • Cough
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Treating and Preventing Colds

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Treating Your Child's Cold

Get tips on treating kids’ cold symptoms.
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Do You Have the Flu?
How to Tell It’s the Flu
The flu is caused by viruses that affect your upper respiratory tract (nose, sinuses, throat). These tips can help you determine if you may have the flu. Pay most attention to your primary symptoms — the symptoms that are bothering you the most.
Flu
Fast onset of symptoms, especially fever
  • Fever and chills
  • Body aches
  • Fatigue or weakness
  • Cough (stuffy nose)
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Getting Through the Flu

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