Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you are hearing that "something is going around," you are not alone. That something is the flu. There were 12,211 reported ...

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Although spring officially begins on Saturday, March 21, spring allergy symptoms can crop up as early as February, Idriss ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Feeling sneezy? You’re not alone. Americans get an average of two to three colds per year, according to ...

What causes the flu and what causes a cold? Colds and flu are both respiratory illnesses, but are caused by different viruses. “Colds are primarily caused by viruses, with rhinovirus being the most ...

Tree pollen is already emerging in warmer parts of the U.S., marking the start of spring allergy season for many people. Allergy specialists say starting medication about a month before symptoms ...

As spring allergy nears in North Carolina, many people may find it difficult to tell whether their symptoms are caused by allergies or a lingering cold, flu or strep throat. Sneezing, congestion and ...

Confused between allergies and a cold? This quick guide helps you identify symptoms and find relief. Words by Mia Erickson for Body+Soul We’ve all got that one extra-sniffly co-worker who insists ...