Treatment and Prevention

Understanding Cold Symptoms and Treatment GoalsWhen a cold hits, it often brings a mix of symptoms such as a runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, and sometimes a mild [...]

Understanding Gabapentin and Its UsesGabapentin is a medication often prescribed to treat nerve-related conditions such as neuropathic pain, epilepsy, and sometimes anxiety [...]

Understanding a Dry Cough and When to Take ActionCommon Triggers and Environmental Factors Behind Dry CoughA dry cough, unlike a productive cough that brings up mucus, is [...]

Understanding Benzonatate and Its UsesBenzonatate is a non-narcotic cough suppressant prescribed to ease coughing caused by colds, bronchitis, pneumonia, or other respiratory [...]

Understanding Delsym: What It Is and How It WorksDelsym is a popular cough syrup that suppresses coughing for up to 12 hours. Its main ingredient, Dextromethorphan, targets [...]

Understanding RSV and the FluRSV and the flu are both contagious respiratory infections that tend to circulate heavily during the fall and winter months. They can cause [...]

Understanding Cold Medicine Safety During PregnancyPregnancy changes how your body reacts to medications, and some cold remedies that are safe for others might not be safe [...]

Why Am I Coughing Up Phlegm Without Feeling Sick?Coughing up phlegm usually signals that your body is clearing mucus from your respiratory tract. While this often happens [...]

Understanding the 2026 Flu ShotEvery year, flu vaccines are updated to match the flu viruses expected to circulate. For 2026, the vaccine focuses on several influenza strains [...]

Finding a Flu Shot Near YouWhen flu season approaches, the question "Where can I get a flu shot near me?" becomes a priority for many. Fortunately, flu vaccines are [...]