Cold and Flu Slideshows

Your immune system is your main line of defense against infection and illness. Learn the warning signs that yours isn’t working the way it should.

The right habits will lower your chances of catching an infectious disease. Learn what you can do to help yourself stay healthy.

Do you have all you need to deal with a cold, the flu, or COVID-19 at home? Stock up on these supplies so you’re ready should you get sick.

How can you make your immune system stronger? Why not try what the pros try?

Hand sanitizers are a convenient way to kill germs. But do they really work? Here’s what we found.

Antibacterial wipes are a quick and easy way to kill germs when you use them the right way. Learn the dos and don’ts.

Chills and fever often come as a combo, but sometimes chills happen with a normal temperature. Find out what could be behind these types of shivers.

Fever may arise with an illness or infection. Find out what causes a fever, when treatment may be necessary, and how to treat it.

A strong immune system is your best protection against infections and illnesses. Find out what can weaken that defense.

You don’t want to pass on germs when you’re feeling sick. But it could happen if you don’t know how long you’re contagious. Find out how long you can pass certain illnesses on to other people.

Learn how to tell if you have just a run-of-the-mill cold or something else, like the flu, allergies, bronchitis, sinusitis, or pneumonia.

Got a cough that just won’t quit? Find out if these home remedies really help.

Sometimes a cough is just a cough. But if it sticks around for a while, you may have something more serious. Find out more about what may be causing your nagging cough.

Trouble talking? Find out what medical condition might be making you hoarse.

Some of the germiest things in an office aren't necessarily what you'd expect. Find out where to beware, and what you can do to avoid getting sick.

Your immune system is the guardian of your galaxy, protecting your body from all sorts of germs and invaders. From your skin to tiny cells, use WebMD's slideshow to learn about the parts of your immune system, what they do, how they work together, and what can happen when it malfunctions.

You touch lots of stuff every day. Where do the germs hide? Find out more from WebMD about where you pick up the germs that make you sick.

WebMD gives you a room-by-room look at how and what to disinfect after someone in your family has been sick.

Is a fluoroquinolone the right antibiotic for you? This WebMD slideshow can help you consider the risks and benefits for your condition before you choose.

You have an annoying cough, and you’re not sure why. Many things can be behind it. Find out about some of those In this WebMD slide show.

Your house is full of bacteria -- some of them in surprising places. WebMD shows you where.

What you eat and drink when you have a cold can affect how you feel and how long you’re sick. Find out from WebMD which foods can help and hurt.

A lot of public places have more germs than a toilet seat. See you where bacteria and viruses lurk, from playgrounds to elevators to hotel rooms.

Asking if you have the flu? This WebMD slideshow helps you understand the flu virus, its symptoms, types of influenza, and flu treatments.

WebMD shows you how you can still look great even when you're sniffling and sneezing. Take care of runny eyes, dry skin, and a red nose with these tips.