Colds & Flu

Articles In This Section

• 5 Ways to Fight the Flu

  Get tips for fending off the flu in this article for teens.

• Flu Center

  Get the basics on how flu spreads and how to protect yourself.

• 5 Tips for Surviving Shots

  If you're afraid of shots, you're not alone. Next time your doc asks you to roll up your sleeve, try these tips.

• When Can I Go Back to School If I Have the Flu?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Bronchitis

  Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes. When a person has bronchitis, it may be harder for air to pass in and out of the lungs.

• What to Do if You Get the Flu

  You've probably heard warnings about flu season. If you do get the flu this year, read this article on how to feel better.

• The Flu Vaccine

  Doctors recommend that all teens get vaccinated against the flu. The good news is, it doesn't have to be a shot. Here are the facts on flu vaccines.

• Why Should I Care About Germs?

  Germs are tiny organisms that can cause disease - and they're so small that they can creep into your system without you noticing. Find out how to protect yourself.

• Flu Facts

  Every year from October to May, millions of people across the United States come down with the flu. Get the facts on the flu - including how to avoid it.

• Coping With Colds

  Most teens get between two and four colds each year. Read this article for the facts on chicken soup, cold medicines, and other ways to feel better.

• Sinusitis

  If you've been waking up with headaches, feeling stuffy or congested, and experiencing swelling around your eyes, you may have sinusitis - an infection of the sinus air spaces found in the bones around the nose.