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Could common viruses silently influence your brain health? Discover what new research reveals about herpes and dementia.
UPMC Children’s Community pediatrics is seeing strep throat and viral upper respiratory infections this week. WellSpan ...
When you catch a cold or the flu, a sore throat is often a symptom, making swallowing and talking uncomfortable. With ...
The most common cold viruses survive better outside the body. Also, cold weather may make the lining of your nose drier and more vulnerable to an infection by a virus. When to Call the Doctor ...
If you’ve ever had a cold sore, the viral infection that caused it may lead to a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease down the line. A growing body of evidence suggests that herpes simplex ...
The influenza virus, COVID-19 and the common cold are caused by different viruses. Consider getting vaccinated to keep yourself safe, health experts advise.
In some ways, it is easy to confuse the common cold with the flu. After all, they're both contagious respiratory illnesses , and they share many symptoms, such as headache, sore throat and cough.
Common cold symptoms vs. flu or COVID: What to look for. Kaitlyn McCormick, Cherry Hill Courier-Post. Wed, November 27, 2024 at 5:06 PM UTC. 2 min read.
Common Types of Cold Viruses. Colds are caused by a variety of respiratory viruses, each with its unique characteristics and behaviour. Dr Pirzada helped us understand the types in detail: ...
Most flu symptoms gradually improve over two to five days, but it's not uncommon to feel run down for a week or more. A common complication of the flu is pneumonia, particularly in the young ...
Flu symptoms often appear suddenly and are more intense than those of a common cold. Sneezing and chills are early signs of influenza, often accompanied by high fever, body aches and fatigue.