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February 21, 2024

Woman on Reddit is confused by boyfriend's negative reaction to her care package: 'Ungrateful dude'

A woman whose boyfriend reacted coldly to a kind gesture when he was sick is right to be confused, said other Reddit users. An etiquette expert weighed in with insight, too.

February 13, 2024

California schools now allow kids to attend with cough and cold symptoms, health department says

California has relaxed its restrictions on when kids can attend school with symptoms of illness, as outlined on the state health department’s website. Doctors weigh in on the updated guidelines.

January 23, 2024

Try these old wives' tales for preventing and recovering from illness

There are many old wives' tales that are false, but there are a few that can help you feel better when you are ill, like eating chicken noodle soup and using honey to cure a cough.

January 15, 2024

Ask a doctor: 'When is a cough something to worry about?'

In some cases, coughs can be very debilitating, but in other cases they can resolve on their own, so it’s not always easy to know when to seek medical attention. Experts advise on what to look for.

January 10, 2024

'Wellness shots' at home can help you beat the cold that's hampering you: Try the recipe

Here's an easy at-home recipe for "wellness shots," a concoction that some say helps boost their immune system and fight off colds, especially during cold and flu season.

January 7, 2024

Dr. Marty Makary on how to protect yourself during flu season

Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marty Makary weighs in on the rise in flu cases and on taking the flu shot with 'Fox News Live' co-host Arthel Neville.

January 7, 2024

Mask mandates return to hospitals in NYC, several other states amid rise in COVID, flu cases

New York City public hospitals are joining a growing number of health care facilities in states across the country in reinstituting mask mandates amid a marginal uptick in cases.

January 7, 2024

Fight cold and flu with these 10 immune-boosting recipes from a Texas registered dietitian

One way to combat seasonal illness is to consume nutrients and proteins that help improve immune health, according to Amy Goodson, a registered dietitian in Dallas-Fort Worth.

December 9, 2023

Hong Kong to cull 900 pigs in wake of deadly swine fever outbreak

Hong Kong authorities have ordered more than 900 pigs to be culled after the presence of the deadly African swine fever (ASF) was found at a licensed farm in New Territories.

December 8, 2023

Is mouth breathing bad for your teeth? Dental professionals share risks and remedies

Breathing through your mouth could impact your oral health. NYU dentistry professor Dianne Sefo and cosmetic dentist Dr. Michael Wei explain the risks and ways to remedy it.