Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Matt Binnicker is the CSO for Mayo Clinic Laboratories. There are now over 40 antigen tests that have received emergency use ...

In my experience, a sore throat is usually a signifier of one of two things: either you’re about to get a cold, or you’re at the tail-end of one. It starts with a tingle at the back of your throat; ...

Some of the symptoms of throat cancer, such as a hoarse voice or throat pain, are common to numerous health conditions and are experienced by many people. As such, some people may suspect that they ...

Dry, itchy, or scratchy throat? Throat specialist Breanne Schiffer, MD, explains what these symptoms might mean and offers simple yet effective strategies for relief. From staying hydrated to using ...

Which throat coat teas are best? Legend has it that 5,000 years ago, a Chinese emperor discovered tea after some leaves fell into his pot of boiling water. Today, people across the world use tea’s ...

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Blood tests cannot detect throat cancer. However, they can help indicate a person’s overall health. Doctors may use them to determine whether a person is a suitable candidate for certain types of ...

While at-home COVID-19 tests are slightly different, many follow the same general principle: You swab the inside of your nose, put the swab in a solution, and wait for the results. But people (some ...

New research suggests Omicron may be easier to detect in saliva than nasal samples. Some experts recommend swabbing your throat then your nose for a COVID-19 rapid test, even if the test doesn't say ...

Throat cancer affects the throat, voice box, vocal cords, or tonsils. Alcohol use disorder (AUD) — a condition involving alcohol use even though it may harm the body — can increase a person’s risk of ...