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What is a Pandemic?

The CDC's definition of a flu epidemic relates to the percentage of deaths in a given week caused by influenza and pneumonia. That's not the case d...

Why Does My Ear Hurt?

Parents know how common earaches are in children, but adults can get frequent ear pain, too. You don’t have to have an infection, or even anything ...

Otosclerosis

If you notice you have trouble hearing, see an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat doctor, or ENT). They will look closely at your ear, test yo...

Ear Infection Health Center

The middle ear is a small space behind the ear drum that is supposed to be well ventilated by air that normally passes up from behind the nose, thr...

Cold, Flu, & Cough Health Center

The common cold, including chest cold and head cold, and seasonal flu are caused by viruses.

Nasal Sprays for Cold Relief

When you're done, don't blow your nose right away and try not to sneeze. That will keep the medication in your nose. Some sprays may have different...

Ear Tubes

Ear tubes are very small metal or plastic tubes a doctor inserts in your child’s ears to help reduce the number of ear infections by allowings flui...

Guide to Cough Medicine

The doctor may tell you not to treat a cough from a cold unless it keeps you up at night or gets in the way of your daily life. Dextromethorphan ca...

What's Causing My Cold?

These viruses cause 20% of colds. About 10% to 15% of adult colds are caused by viruses also responsible for other, more severe respiratory illness...

Common Cold Symptoms: Whats Normal, Whats Not

Your symptoms usually start between 1 and 3 days after you get infected with a cold virus. Sometimes you might mistake cold symptoms for hay fever....

FAQ: Cough and Cold Medicines

If your nose and sinuses are stuffed up, a decongestant may help. If you have a runny nose or sneezing, try an antihistamine. You can also try non-...

Flu Symptoms

Vomiting and diarrhea with flu is more common in children. Antivirals can decrease the severity and duration of illness and may prevent serious com...