QuickTips Index

Flu Activity by State
Because flu activity can change around the country very quickly, the CDC provides state-by-state information that is updated weekly during flu season. This information will also be made available here so you have all the information you need about the flu in one place.

H1N1 Swine Flu High-Risk Populations
Certain groups of people are considered at high risk for complications from H1N1 swine flu. Find out who is at high risk for H1N1 swine flu and why it differs from those at high risk of seasonal flu.

Why H1N1 Is (and Isn't) Swine Flu
H1N1 flu caused a pandemic starting in April of 2009 and was initially known as "swine flu." Find out more about how H1N1 got the name swine flu and why it's not really accurate.

Feed a Cold and Starve a Fever?
There is a common saying that you should feed a cold and starve a fever. But is there any truth to this phrase? Find out if you should feed a cold or starve a fever.

What to Do When Party Guests Arrive Sick
Have you ever hosted a party or gathering and had guests arrive who were sick? It can create an uncomfortable situation. You don’t want to be rude, but you don’t want to expose yourself or your other guests to their germs. So what do you do? Find out what to do when party guests arrive sick.

Itchy Eyes
Your eyes are itching and you just don't know why. Come find out the most likely cause of your itchy eyes.

Incubation Period for Strep Throat
Find out what the incubation period for strep throat is and how long you might be contagious if you have it. From the time you are exposed to the time you show symptoms, learn about the incubation period for strep throat.

Flu Pandemic Phases
Learn about the phases of a flu pandemic. The World Health Organization (WHO) has listed criteria for it's 6 flu pandemic phases and two post pandemic phases. Find out what these flu pandemic phases are and what each of them means.

H1N1 Swine Flu Symptoms
Learn about H1N1 swine flu symptoms. Find out if you could have H1N1 swine flu symptoms, or if your symptoms are probably from something else.

Improve Your Health With More Sleep
Sleep and good health are related. You can't have good health without good sleep. In fact, getting enough quality sleep can lead to a longer, healthier life and possibly even fewer colds.

Itchy Eye Treatments
Are you suffering from itchy eyes? Itchy eyes are a common symptom of allergies. They can also occur occasionally if you have a cold or other illness. Here, we look at some common causes and treatments for itchy eyes.

Vitamin C and the Common Cold
A lot of people wonder if vitamin C will cure the common cold. Find out what effect vitamin C could have on the common cold and whether or not you should be taking it.

What Is Mastoiditis?
Mastoiditis is a severe type of ear infection that most commonly occurs in children. Learn about mastoiditis, including signs and symptoms, treatment options and potential complications.

Headaches
Not sure if you should be concerned about your headache? Find out when you need to see your doctor for a headache.

Infant Cough and Cold Medications Withdrawn
A number of infant cough and cold medications have been withdrawn from the market. Get a complete list of the withdrawn cold and cough medications for infants.

Do You Need a Flu Shot for Flu Prevention?
Flu prevention is very important for certain groups of people. Although it is no fun for anyone to get the flu, it is more serious for some people than it is for others. Find out if you need a flu shot for flu prevention.

Vomiting and Diarrhea
Vomiting and diarrhea are very unpleasant symptoms. Sometimes, you need to see a doctor for these problems. Find out when to see your doctor for your vomiting and diarrhea.

How to Use a Thermometer to Check a Fever
You need to know how to use a thermometer if you or your child has a fever. It may be harder than you think and there are quite a few options out there. Find out what you need to know about how to use a thermometer to check your fever.

FluMist , the Nasal Flu Vaccine
Is the nasal flu vaccine, FluMist, right for you? Get the information you need about the injection-free flu vaccine, FluMist.

Is Hand Sanitizer Better Than Hand Washing?
Alcohol-based hand sanitizer has been around for years, but the research was never quite clear whether it was as effective against germs as washing your hands. Now the facts are in.

Is it a Cold or the Flu?
The common cold and the flu are both respiratory illnesses with similar symptoms. Find out how to tell the difference between the common cold and the flu.

Itching Nose
Do you have any itchy nose? Find out what is causing that irritating itch in your nose.

Fever
Do you have a fever? Not sure if you should see a doctor for that fever? Find out if you should see your doctor for your fever.

Cough
Do you have a cough and aren't sure if you need to see a doctor? Find out when you should see your doctor for a cough.

Congestion
If you have had congestion for over a week, you may need to see a doctor. Find out when to see a doctor for your congestion.