RSV causes a mild infection similar to the common cold. But, RSV is more likely to cause fever, wheezing, and difficulty eating. Both may be treated at home without medical intervention within ...

Here’s what causes colds to spread so easily, how long they are usually contagious and how they’re most commonly treated.

There's no cure for the common cold, but there are ways to ease symptoms while the cold runs its course. Here's what helps and what to avoid, according to experts. Updated Feb. 28, 2025, 1:23 PM EST ...

How do you get rid of a cold fast. Unfortunately, there is no cure for the common cold. You simply have to let your body fight the virus. There are measures that you can take to treat symptoms though.

One common decongestant, phenylephrine, was found ineffective this fall. Doctors are skeptical about the rest of the over-the-counter cold cures lineup.

Universal Images Group via Getty Images We still don’t have a cure for the common cold. In your local pharmacy, though, you can find many shelves filled with products that claim to treat the ...