Data from the CDC indicates that cases of the common cold are reaching levels that haven't been seen in a few years.

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 ...

We haven't had this many cases of the common cold since 2022, CDC data reveals. As flu season begins, are we headed for a ...

July 22 -- Don't worry, be happy and, according to new research, you will also be healthy. It is estimated that over the course of one year, Americans suffer 1 billion colds. But new research shows ...

That annoying sniffle started yesterday, and now your throat feels scratchy. A few years ago, you wouldn’t have thought twice before dismissing it as just another cold. But in our post-pandemic world, ...

"Our findings suggest that the immune boost from a recent cold may give the body an early advantage in fighting SARS-CoV-2 before it has a chance to take hold," said senior author of the study Max ...

There are plenty of over-the-counter remedies for the common cold, but some carry significant risks, and their efficacy is dubious. The latter applies to phenylephrine, an active ingredient in common ...

Americans are weathering the worst flu season in years, as a number of other respiratory illnesses circulate too, such as COVID-19, RSV and the common cold. A telltale sign you’re getting sick is ...

Sniffle season is here. From flu shots to immune-boosting foods, here are ways to stay healthy all season long.

DENVER (AUG 25, 2025) A new study led by researchers at National Jewish Health has found that recent infection with the common cold — often caused by rhinoviruses — may offer temporary protection ...

The CDC is reporting nearly a third of tests are coming back positive for rhinovirus, the most frequent cause of the common ...

Azelastine, a common nasal spray for allergies, reduced the risk of COVID-19 and colds in one small trial. Larger studies are ...