In addition to allergies, COVID-19, RSV, influenza and a new Cicada COVID variant are on the rise. But which one do you have?

What causes the flu and what causes a cold? Colds and flu are both respiratory illnesses, but are caused by different viruses. “Colds are primarily caused by viruses, with rhinovirus being the most ...

The key differences between the ‘Cicada’ Covid variant and the common cold or flu as the CDC reveals the virus is circulating ...

If you're experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms this winter – your symptoms may be linked to a lesser-known respiratory ...

The winter months bring an increase in respiratory illnesses, leaving many people wondering whether their symptoms indicate a common cold or influenza. While both conditions affect the respiratory ...

Cold and flu season isn't over yet and now that allergy season is here, it can be hard to tell what's causing your misery.

A cold begins when a virus attaches to the lining of your nose or throat. A doctor can usually tell if you have the flu based on your symptoms, especially if it’s during peak season. Bird flu, or ...

The 2025-26 flu season has been brutal, so far. At least 19 million Americans have had it, and it's not over yet. Flu season typically runs through May, so there’s still a good chance of getting the ...

While hay fever and cold viruses share some overlapping symptoms, one of the main differences is that, ironically, hay fever ...

As flu cases surge across Britain, it can be difficult to distinguish the illness from a common cold. New NHS figures highlight the growing pressure, with the number of patients in hospital beds with ...