Now that cold and flu season is upon us, our wellness editors are using these hacks to avoid sickness and stay healthy.

Updated vaccines, proper hygiene and staying home when you're sick can help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses this ...

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Studies suggest that garlic may help prevent and reduce the length of your cold. The evidence is limited, but here’s what to ...

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There are no known cures for the common cold. Treatment generally involves managing symptoms. Here are science-backed, ...

Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD No matter how hard you work to stay healthy, you can't always avoid getting sick. This is ...

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Medically reviewed by Amelia MacIntyre, DO While the common cold and influenza (the flu) are viral respiratory infections ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is taking the first step to remove an ingredient in non-prescription cold medicines ...