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By Kristina Duda, R.N., About.com Guide

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  • Things Not to Say to Someone With the Flu Created: Saturday, May 18, 2013 Updated: Saturday, May 18, 2013
    When someone you know gets the flu, they will feel terrible and could probably use some help or support. But there are certain things you may want to avoid saying or doing. See our list of things n...
  • What Is the H7N9 Bird Flu in China? Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Saturday, May 18, 2013
    Find out what you need to know about the H7N9 bird flu that has been found in China.
  • Flu Activity by State Created: Thursday, September 27, 2007 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
    Because flu activity can change around the country very quickly, the CDC provides state-by-state information that is updated weekly during flu season. Find out what flu activity is like across the ...
  • The 2011-12 Flu Season Created: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
    With the arrival of the 2011-12 flu season comes a lot of questions. What are the symptoms this year? Will I be protected if I got my flu shot? How can I prevent the flu? Find out more about the fl...
  • Check Your Symptoms - Headache Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
    Headaches are common, but how do you know if your headache is something serious or not? Use our step-by-step guide to find out what could be causing your headache, when you should be concerned abou...
  • Check Your Cold and Flu Symptoms Created: Monday, June 28, 2010 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
    Cold and flu symptoms leave most of us feeling miserable. When a runny nose and cough start bothering you, what do you do? Our guide can help you figure out what is causing and what to do about you...
  • Evaluate Your Itch Created: Friday, March 30, 2007 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
    When you are itching, you want to make it stop. First, determine where you are itching and then we can figure out what is causing it.
  • Check Your Symptoms - Evaluate Your Sore Throat Created: Saturday, March 30, 2013 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
    If you or your child has a sore throat, find out what the possible causes could be and what you should do about it. Many things can cause a sore throat, so learn more about them all.
  • Check Your Symptoms - What to do About a Cough Created: Monday, January 08, 2007 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
    Coughs are irritating and can be caused by many different illnesses. To determine what is causing your cough and determine how to treat it, first you must figure out what type of cough it is. See w...
  • Evaluate Your Sinus Congestion Created: Monday, January 15, 2007 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
    What type of sinus congestion do you have? In order to treat it, you must determine what kind of congestion you are dealing with.
  • Evaluate Your Vomiting Created: Tuesday, June 28, 2011 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
    To determine the best course of action when you are vomiting, you should begin with how it started. Did it come on suddenly or were you feeling sick for a while first? Determine how the vomiting st...
  • Check Your Symptoms - What to do for a Fever Created: Monday, December 18, 2006 Updated: Thursday, April 18, 2013
    When you have a fever, you need to know what your temperature. Find out the accurate way to check your temperature and which thermometer is right for you and your family.
  • When Is Cold and Flu Season? Created: Saturday, March 30, 2013 Updated: Friday, April 05, 2013
    We often hear about cold and flu season, but do you know when it actually starts and stops? Find out more about cold and flu season so you can take steps to avoid these common illnesses.
  • Itching Nose Created: Monday, April 02, 2007 Updated: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
    Do you have any itchy nose? Find out what is causing that irritating itch in your nose.
  • Allergies or a Cold? Created: Monday, October 09, 2006 Updated: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
    Trying to figure out if you have a cold or allergies? Find out the difference between the two and see what you can do to feel better.
  • Kids and Cough Medications Created: Monday, March 24, 2008 Updated: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
    Kids get coughs quite often, and most parents just want to make the coughing stop. But when should you use cough medications? And which ones are safe? Find out all about cough medications and kids.
  • The Problem With Prescription Cough Suppressants Created: Monday, March 24, 2008 Updated: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
    It appears that many cough medications have been prescribed and sold in the United States without FDA approval lately. Find out how the changes with these prescription cough medications may affect ...
  • Daphne Oz on How to Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season Created: Thursday, March 21, 2013 Updated: Sunday, March 24, 2013
    We talk with Daphne Oz about cold and flu season and got her tips on staying healthy, saving money and what to do if you get sick. See what she had to say, and find out what you can do to keep your...
  • Why Was My Flu Test Negative? Created: Monday, March 18, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2013
    I went to the doctor with flu symptoms and my flu test was negative. What now? Find out why your flu test might have been negative and see what you can do.
  • Best Kid's Books About Getting Sick Created: Friday, March 15, 2013 Updated: Friday, March 15, 2013
    Every kid gets sick at some point and explaining an illness to a child can be difficult. Children's books can make a big difference and help calm a child's fears when she is sick. See our top picks...
  • Before You Buy Aleve Sinus and Headache Created: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, March 06, 2013
    Aleve Sinus and Headache is a great option when you want a long lasting medication that will help treat your cold symptoms. Find out if it is right for you and your symptoms.
  • Before You Buy Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom Nighttime Created: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, March 06, 2013
    Tylenol Cold Multi-Symptom Nighttime is a medication available to treat multiple symptoms of the cold and flu. Unlike it's competitor, NyQuil, it does contain a decongestant to help with nasal cong...
  • All About E. Coli Created: Friday, June 20, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, March 06, 2013
    E. coli is a food-borne illness that often causes vomiting and diarrhea when it infects humans. Find out more about E. coli, what the symptoms are, how to treat it and how to prevent it.
  • What Is Salmonella? Created: Thursday, June 12, 2008 Updated: Wednesday, March 06, 2013
    Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause infections in humans. Symptoms of salmonella infections (salmonellosis) include diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps. Learn more about salmonella and how to pr...
  • Do You Need a Flu Shot? Created: Wednesday, July 30, 2008 Updated: Sunday, March 03, 2013
    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 ...
  • How to Prevent the Flu Without a Flu Shot Created: Monday, February 25, 2013 Updated: Monday, February 25, 2013
    What can you do to prevent the flu if you can't or don't want to get a flu shot? Get tips and suggestions on preventing the flu without a flu vaccine so you can stay healthy this and every year.
  • What To Do When You Get the Flu Created: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 Updated: Sunday, February 24, 2013
    When you get the flu, you most likely immediately want to know what to do and how to make it go away as soon as possible. Find step by step instructions on what to do when you get the flu here.
  • What Is Influenza B? Created: Monday, May 14, 2012 Updated: Sunday, February 24, 2013
    Find out how influenza B is different from other types of the flu and how it might affect you. Learn how the strains of the influenza virus are classified.
  • Learn About the Flu Created: Thursday, May 28, 2009 Updated: Sunday, February 24, 2013
    The flu, or influenza, is a highly contagious respiratory disease that kills thousands of people every year. Learn more about the flu, including different types of flu and what to watch for.
  • When Should You Go to the Hospital With the Flu? Created: Friday, February 15, 2013 Updated: Friday, February 15, 2013
    Find out when you should go to the hospital with flu symptoms and when you should stay home. Many people go to the ER only to wait for hours and then be sent home. Get some tips on when you should ...
  • Cold Medicine and Kids Video Created: Monday, August 02, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, January 29, 2013
    Make sure you have all the information you need about over-the-counter cold medicines for children.
  • Before You Buy Allegra Created: Thursday, September 29, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, January 23, 2013
    Learn about Allegra and how it can help your seasonal allergies. Allegra used to be a prescription allergy medication but it is now available over the counter without a prescription.

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