We’re in the thick of cold and flu season, which always serves as a reminder that the common cold has no cure — hence why, when you inevitably catch one, you spend its entire duration (a whole box of ...

You’re standing in a store aisle looking at a shelf that’s as packed with cold remedies as your throat is filled with phlegm. It hurts. Your sinuses are stuffed and you have a cough that comes and ...

Wander down the cold-medicine aisle in any drugstore and you’ll find an eye-watering variety of pills, capsules, nasal sprays and potions. Do any of them really work? That’s a legitimate question ...

Phenylephrine, a common ingredient found in many over-the-counter cold medications, has long been thought to be a reliable decongestant. However, recent studies are questioning its effectiveness, ...

The common cold strikes most adults two to three times annually, leaving millions searching for relief from the familiar symptoms of congestion, sore throat, and persistent coughing. While no cure ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." EVERYONE YOU KNOW seems to be sniffling, coughing, and constantly blowing their noses. So, it’s probably ...

Cryotherapy, a treatment involving exposure to extremely cold temperatures, has become increasingly popular for its potential health benefits. The practice, which typically involves exposing the body ...

In the vast majority of cases, the common cold goes away on its own. Usually, no treatment is necessary, and most people recover without any complications. Cold symptoms typically develop in a few ...