Diseases and Conditions

Understanding the Stomach Flu and Its Contagious NatureThe stomach flu, medically known as viral gastroenteritis, is an infection that inflames the stomach and intestines. [...]

Understanding Influenza A and Its SymptomsInfluenza A is a contagious respiratory virus that causes seasonal flu outbreaks worldwide. It spreads easily through droplets when [...]

Understanding the COVID CoughA cough linked to COVID-19 is more than just a nuisance. It can be dry or productive, sometimes lingering well after other symptoms fade. This [...]

Understanding Tamiflu and Its UsesTamiflu, known generically as oseltamivir, is an antiviral medication commonly prescribed to treat and prevent influenza A and B infections. [...]

Understanding Flu Vaccine Side EffectsGetting a flu shot is one of the best ways to protect yourself from seasonal influenza. Like any medical intervention, the flu vaccine [...]

Understanding What Happens After a Flu ShotGetting a flu shot is a crucial step in protecting yourself from the seasonal influenza virus. While the vaccine is designed to be [...]

Understanding Benadryl and Its Drowsiness EffectBenadryl is a popular over-the-counter medication primarily used to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, a runny nose, [...]

What Is a Cough and Why Does It Happen?A cough is a reflex your body uses to clear the airways of irritants, mucus, or foreign particles. It is a protective mechanism that [...]

Why Am I Coughing Without Feeling Sick?A cough is your body’s way of clearing your airways, but it does not always mean you have an infection. Sometimes, a cough lingers even [...]

Recognizing Flu Symptoms and When to ActFlu symptoms often come on suddenly and can include fever, chills, muscle aches, cough, sore throat, and fatigue. Adults may also [...]