Giving your child a daily multivitamin, even during cold and flu season, may not only be unnecessary but may also be dangerous to your child's health.

Sep 28, 2010 - Deanna Lynn Sletten

Influenza is a virus most often spread by contact with contaminated persons or surfaces. Good hygiene is the most effective prevention.

Sep 11, 2009 - April Mitchem

It's that time of the year again. Summer ended, so cold and flu season is just around the corner. What can you do to protect yourself from a cold or the flu this season?

Sep 29, 2008 - Denise Musumeci

How to reduce the spread of influenza - and reduce your chance of getting the flu - through simple measures of personal hygiene and cleanliness habits.

Nov 4, 2009 - Thomas Alan Gray

Though there's no cure for the common cold or the flu, how early you're diagnosed and certain treatments will make all the difference in how quickly you recover.

Oct 9, 2009 - Nancy Weinberg Simon

Health authorities and the mass media tell you to get the flu shot. But is there any evidence that the flu vaccine offers protection from the flu?

Jan 21, 2011 - Olu Odebunmi

Learn simple tricks to beating cold and flu season by keeping yourself healthy.

Nov 10, 2011 - Jennifer Eblin

When flu season rolls around, single parents or those who live alone can plan to avoid or prevent getting sick with influenza. A few simple steps will do the trick.

Nov 7, 2009 - Thomas Alan Gray

Between the lineups of people, shortages of the swine flu vaccine and the controversy over its safety, the fight against the H1N1 flu may seem hopeless.

Nov 19, 2009 - Anja Pujic

With swine flu creating a sense of panic, it is important not to ignore the ordinary flu and prevent it by using some natural flu fighters and boosting immunity.

Aug 12, 2009 - Prerna Malik

Avoid the harsh chemical swine flu vaccine with easy, holistic, natural approaches to maintaining health and preventing influenza and other illness.

Oct 28, 2009 - Elaena Stanitsas

With H1N1 so much in the news these days, people are looking for ways to stay healthy. Herbal immune system boosters ensure your immune system is optimized.

Nov 8, 2009 - Joy Borthwick

Dr. Charles Couillard, from Laval University, is studying the cranberry. This small red berry could help to prevent heart diseases, thanks to antioxidants.

Dec 15, 2010 - Stephanie Bedard-Chateauneuf

According to scientific research, cranberry extract may help prevent recurring urinary tract infections and speed healing of existing infections.

Mar 17, 2010 - Cindy Ausbrooks

Eating raw garlic not only prevents colds and flu---it can help regulate blood pressure, prevent cardio-vascular disease, and more. All for pennies a bulb.

Jun 14, 2011 - Walter Romania

Parents, teachers and administrators are all concerned about the spread of the swine flu at school and the importance of keeping students in the classroom and learning.

Nov 11, 2009 - Krista Sadlers

These are the steps that should be taken to reduce the risk of catching or passing on the 2009 H1N1 virus, also known as swine flu.

Nov 3, 2009 - Sarah B. Hood

Common doubts and frequently asked questions on the prevention and treatment of swine flu caused by the novel H1N1 virus are discussed here.

Aug 16, 2009 - Hanish Babu

The CDC recommends getting the flu vaccine, taking preventive actions to stop the spread of germs and taking antiviral drugs for those at high risk.

Oct 24, 2010 - Juan Ramos

While most people recover from swine flu without needing any medical treatment, it can prove fatal to a few. Find out how to protect yourself against swine flu today.

Jun 12, 2009 - Salma Jafri