Cold & Flu Health Center

For many people, cold and flu have become an inseparable pair, like salt and pepper or New Year's and weight loss. Walking down the "cold and flu" aisle of any drugstore, you will find stacks of bright boxes with bold claims of help for those suffering from a cold or the flu.

Since the two illnesses share some similar symptoms, and both come during "cold and flu season," the two often run together in people's minds.

Featured Article

Cough: A-to-Z Guide from Diagnosis to Treatment to Prevention

Introduction to cough: Your home calms at night, the children are tucked into bed – but then loud coughing replaces the silence. It’s impressive that a body so small can cough so loud. What is it? Coughing is an important part of the body’s defense system. It forcefully propels unwanted invaders up and out of …

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COVID-19

In late 2019, the SARS-CoV-2 virus made its way into the human population, starting in China's Hubei province. By early 2020 the COVID-19 pandemic was worldwide. As the pandemic unfolded, Dr. Greene and guest authors posted about it in real time.

Articles

Dr. Greene gives a thorough explanation of some common respiratory illnesses that affect babies and children.

Q&A Guides

The difference between a cold and flu may sometimes be difficult for parents to discern. Here is what to look for, and how to treat and prevent these nasty bugs altogether!

Flu

Dealing with the flu is never fun, especially seeing your young child experience symptoms. Know when the flu requires a doctor’s visit, as well as the best options for the flu vaccine.

Colds

Take a look at the best practices for keeping children free of colds and sinus infections, as well as ways to treat symptoms safely and effectively.