Cold and Flu Videos

Can you get the flu from a flu shot? Do you know how far a sneeze can travel? John Whyte, MD, hits the streets to quiz people on their cold and flu knowledge.

This life-threatening lung infection sends people of all ages to the hospital every year. Learn what the most common causes are and lifestyle factors that may raise your risk.

You can’t completely avoid contact with the flu when you travel. Lower your odds of getting sick with these tips.

What are the most common signs of norovirus? Can medication treat this contagious illness? Learn more about how to protect yourself during an outbreak and the typical recovery time.

When one family member gets the flu, it’s crucial to find ways to protect others in the home from the virus.

If you can't seem to shake a lingering cold, these habits may be to blame.

Ginger tea helps ease congestion and soothe an upset stomach while keeping you hydrated.

Skeptical of whether flu shots are safe or worthwhile? Here’s what you should know.

What you eat can help your body recover from the flu faster.

Cold and flu viruses share certain symptoms. Here’s how to tell the difference.

Try one of these remedies to ease symptoms brought on by a sore throat.

Shoo, shoo, colds and flu! Here are 7 ways to keep those nasty bugs away.

Lost your voice? Sound hoarse? Find out what’s to blame and how to get it back.

What early signs point to the flu, and when should you see a doctor?

Pneumonia is an infection in your lungs, and it can be serious. See how it's treated.

Stuffy, runny nose? Sinus pressure? It could be an infection. Here's how to tell and what to do about it.

Feel a cold coming on? Here’s why you should talk to your doctor before you pop some echinacea.

To fend off germs, should you take a bunch of vitamins? What can you do to keep from getting sick?

How do your lungs protect against infection, and what should you do if you have pneumonia?

Scrub away! There’s a correct way to wash your hands and get rid of germs.

Arm yourself with some soap and hand sanitizer, cause it’s a dirty world out there! These surfaces are just crawling with germs that can make you sick.

The flu is way worse than a bad cold. Find out how to treat it, and better yet, avoid the virus altogether.

The common cold comes with common annoyances. Get the myths and facts about how to cure a cold and what really helps prevent cold symptoms from getting you down.

Most fevers are nothing to worry about, but there are simple ways to help make it better.

Easy steps for taking your child’s temperature.