Cold, Flu, & Cough Health Center

Tools & Resources

Zinc for Colds: Lozenges & Nasal Sprays

Can zinc prevent or reduce the duration of cold symptoms? Learn more about zinc's benefits as a cold remedy from the experts at WebMD.
What Are Epidemics, Pandemics, and Outbreaks?

WebMD explains what pandemics, epidemics, and outbreaks are, how they are classified, and how to prevent getting a contagious diseases such as the flu and SARS.
Understanding the Common Cold -- the Basics

WebMD's guide to the basics of the common cold.
Understanding Common Cold -- Symptoms

WebMD's guide to the symptoms of the common cold.
Understanding Common Cold -- Treatments

Get tips from the experts at WebMD about treating the common cold.
Understanding the Common Cold -- Prevention

WebMD's tips for preventing the common cold.
Asthma and Colds

Learn more about the symptoms of asthma and the common cold and when they overlap. Also find out when it's time to call your doctor.
Understanding Ear Infections -- the Basics

WebMD explains the causes of ear infections.
Understanding Ear Infections: Diagnosis and Treatment

WebMD's guide to treating an ear infection.
Understanding Ear Infection -- Symptoms

WebMD's guide to symptoms of an ear infection.