General Overview
Both the cold and the flu (influenza) are viral upper respiratory infections. There are over 200 different viruses known to be responsible for the common cold, whereas there are two main types of influenza virus. Click here to read up on the basics of cold and flu:
Diagnostic and Surgical Procedures
Preventing Cold and Flu
Echinacea: nature's cold fighter?
Many people who become interested in herbs and natural remedies began with an introduction to echinacea, an herbal remedy commonly used for treating colds. Does it really work?
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Preventing Cold and Flu (Continued)
How to wash your hands properly
Believe it or not, one of the best, not to mention easiest, ways to avoid a cold is to wash your hands frequently, especially after time spent in highly-trafficked public spaces.
Special Topics
Besides a shot: other ways to fight the flu
Aside from receiving the vaccine, there are several other steps you can take to reduce your risk of contracting the flu. For example, learn how antiviral medications can both prevent and treat the flu.
Natural and Alternative Treatments (By Condition)
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