Flu germs can live on hard surfaces like doorknobs and keyboards for up to 8 hours. Some viruses that cause the common cold can survive on surfaces -- even ones that have been cleaned -- for months.

There are many options to alleviate cold and flu symptoms, including over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications — and it’s important to know the difference.

How to recognize the symptoms of cold and flu, which treatments work best, and advice on staying healthy during cold and flu season.

A systematic review found that chicken-based and vegetable-enriched soups may modestly reduce the severity and duration of ...

While colds and other viral infections can cause a sore throat or cough, seasonal allergies "almost never" cause those symptoms, according to an explainer from the organization.

And how to treat cold vs. flu—including treatment options—so you can get back out there and enjoy winter.

About 14,250 Safetussin's Max Strength Multi-Symptom Cough, Cold and Flu tablet blister packs were recalled Thursday due to a risk of child poisoning.

Common colds and the flu differ in many ways, including their causes, some of their symptoms and their treatments.

There's currently no cure for a cold or the flu, but home remedies — such as echinacea and garlic — can help ease the symptoms while you're waiting for it to pass.

While a cold and the flu are both viral infections, they are caused by different viruses and have varying symptoms. Learn more about each of them.

Experts recommend getting vaccinated for the flu now since cold and flu season are underway.

Pharmacist Dr. Kati Forbes shared her must-haves for cold and flu season. your.fav.pharmacist/TikTok Cough suppressant A cough is the body’s way of keeping the throat and airways clear.