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Cough Medicine: Should You or Shouldn’t You?
Do cough medicines really work? Get the facts on cough medicine effectiveness and side effects.
Swine Flu: At Least 91 Cases in U.S.
At least 91 people in 10 U.S. states have H1N1 swine flu, and there has been one death of a swine flu patient in the U.S., according to the CDC.
What Are the Treatments for Cold & Heavy Congestion?
The common cold is a viral infection that often causes nasal congestion, sore throat and a runny nose. The heavy nasal congestion that accompanies a cold can be relieved with over the counter treatments and home remedies.
CDC Confirms First U.S. Swine Flu Death
The CDC today confirmed the first fatality from H1N1 swine flu in the U.S. -- a 22-month-old Mexican child who died in Texas.
H1N1 Swine Flu
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of H1N1 including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Natural Flu Treatment
Natural flu treatments provide many ways to support the immune system. Herbal treatments, ayurvedic remedies, proper diet and nutritional supplements will help the body combat the flu. For best results, begin treating flu at the onset of symptoms.
Before You Buy Claritin
Claritin is an over the counter medication available for the treatment of seasonal allergies. Find out what you need to know about Claritin before you buy it. See if Claritin could help you.
What Is Decongestant Medicine?
A decongestant is a medication that is available over-the-counter or by prescription to relieve the stuffy-nose feeling caused by an illness, most commonly the flu, a cold or allergies.
Slime Behind Chronic Ear Infections?
A new study shows that chronic middle ear infections may be caused by a thin biofilm that coats the middle ear and forms a slime-like barrier that prevents the body's natural defenses from fighting infection-causing bacteria.
The Fundamental States of the Universe
All matter in the universe exists in one of four distinct states. The basic components of matter are atoms and molecules, visible only to the most powerful microscopes. The fundamental states of matter result from the behavior of these tiny particles. The results of these subatomic behaviors; howeve
Universal Flu Drug Stops All Flu Types
A new monoclonal antibody drug cocktail kills all types of flu bugs and could protect against pandemic or seasonal flu. Clinical tests may start by 2011.
Is There a Natural Way to Treat the Flu?
WebMD offers tips on using natural remedies to help alleviate flu symptoms.
U.S. Swine Flu Vaccinations Start Oct. 6
CDC: U.S. vaccinations against H1N1 swine flu will begin on Oct. 6. Most of the first 6 million doses are nasal spray vaccine, which can't be given to pregnant women.
How to Ease Cold Symptoms for Infants & Toddlers
Babies and toddlers catch an average of six to 10 colds a year, according to the BabyCenter medical advisory board. Although parents don't expect a cure for the common cold, they do want to help their children feel better quickly. Because the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommends against u
Is a Dry Hacking Cough a Side Effect of Amlodipine?
Amolodipine is a prescription generic medication used to treat hypertension. It is sometimes used with other medications and sometimes alone. Its brand name is Norvasc.
Vitamin D May Cut Risk of Flu
Vitamin D may reduce the incidence and severity of influenza and other infections of the upper respiratory tract, new research indicates.
Hand Washing
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of hand washing including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.