Many people think of December and January as the two months of the year you're likely to catch the common cold, but “cold season” actually stretches from late August through April. That means only ...

’Tis the season for sneezes, coughs and sniffles. If a cold or the flu hits your household, it’s best to stay away from other people while you rest and recover, but just how long does it take until ...

This time of year, there are a number of viruses doing the rounds, and it can be hard to dodge the dreaded flu or common cold. If you are unlucky enough to get struck down with illness, you will ...

Dr. Thomas Weida answers the question: 'Can Kissing Spread Strep Throat?' Dec. 17, 2008 -- Question: How contagious is strep throat, and can I pass it to someone else by kissing them? Answer: Strep ...

Scientists say just seeing other people be chilly can cause you to be cold as well. Our bodies adjust our core temperature based on the surrounding environment, but that core temperature can also be ...

WellSpan Pediatric Medicine Physicians across the Midstate are seeing flu cases this week. “The colder weather is here and so are many cases of flu,” said Dr. Stephen Flack, medical director of ...

If you feel ill but your symptoms are only above the neck — a stuffy nose, a bit of a sore throat — you could just have a ...