Cold Cough and Flu

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Getting lots of rest and drinking fluids are just two recommendations from the FDA when you have a cold, cough or flu. Find more here.

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Different cold, cough and flu symptoms require different treatments. Find out what drugs might be used.

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In this video Dr. Mom explains some of the OTC medication available for cold, cough and flu symptoms. You decide what's best for your family.

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It might be more

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Could it be more than a cold, cough or flu? Video explains symptoms, such as earaches and painful swallowing, that might necessitate a doctor visit.

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Answer nine questions to see if you need to seek medical attention for your cold, cough or flu. Print it out and take with you.

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Cold or flu?

Flu Facts

Chart explains the symptoms, including coughing and fever, that are common to the cold and flu. What do you have?

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Use this handy calculator to figure out if you might have a cold, cough or flu.

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Fact or fiction

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Antibiotics are useless against the cold and flu. Click on other common myths about colds, coughs and the flu to see what you know.

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This short quiz might teach you important facts about colds, coughing and the flu that you didn't know.

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Video explains ways to stop the spread of colds, cough and the flu, such as getting the flu shot and hand washing.

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Some parents like to try natural herbs and spices first for their child's cold, cough or flu symptoms. You might find a good recipe here.

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Click on any alternative treatment option for colds, coughing and the flu and get the details about the therapy. See what you think.

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Nigel Wall
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Durham, NC