Human metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a respiratory infection that has been spreading globally, particularly in China and India.

While it may be hard to make it through winter totally unscathed, there are some things you can do to protect yourself from ...

At the end of the holiday season each year we traditionally see the peak of another one that is met with far less celebration ...

It is the flu season. To prevent the flu, get a flu vaccine. The CDC recommends that everyone six months and older get a flu vaccine every year. Practice washing your hands often with soap and water.

One persistent rumor claims you can increase your chances of survival by coughing "repeatedly and very vigorously" in a practice researchers call "cough CPR". This comes from Dr. Patrick Teefy ...

Many of us find it is not unusual to be tired. Whether it is running around after the family or not getting enough sleep we can usual identify a reason. But a dentist is now warning people to take ...

The odds are high you’ve had a cough before in your life, but each time can throw you for a loop. Even though you’ve been through this, it can be hard to know when to see a doctor for a cough ...

You may begin to cough. Start feeling better around the fifth day. Symptoms may linger for a few more days, and a cough can take weeks to go away. It is best to stay home and avoid close contact with ...

Among the biggest benefits, your risk of cancer and heart disease may decrease. You may also experience improved sleep quality. Many people participate in “dry January” and take the month off ...

Wash your hands often with warm water and soap Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze (if you do not have a tissue, cough or sneeze into the bend of your elbow ...

Every cough tells a story about your health, but some narratives demand urgent attention. While most coughs resolve naturally, distinguishing between a minor irritation and a serious health ...