Cold and Flu

Infections 24 Jul 2015

GP Q/A: What is causing the changes in my sense of smell?

Loss of sense of smell (olfactory sense) may be caused by viruses, allergy, medications or conditions that affect the brain like epilepsy or head injury.

Children's health 11 Feb 2014

Well-Child Visits Linked to More Than 700,000 Subsequent Flu-like Illnesses

New research shows that well-child doctor appointments for annual exams and vaccinations are associated with an increased risk of flu-like illnesses in children and family…

Children's health 27 Aug 2013

Nasal sprays and washes for cold and flu

Nasal irrigation (washing the nasal cavity with fluid) can be used to remedy cold and flu symptoms like a blocked nose and is usually used…

General 27 Aug 2013

Hand hygiene technique: Hand washing with soap and water

This article explains the correct technique to wash your hands, an easy and effective way to prevent the spread of infection.

Children's health 28 Jul 2013

Cough and sneeze etiquette

Cough and sneeze etiquette refers to simple hygiene practices everybody can take to prevent passing on respiratory infections like cold and flu to other people.

Infections 14 Jul 2013

Cold and flu prevention at work

Cold and flu spread easily in the workplace. Occupational health and safety measures for cold and flu prevention include employees getting a flu shot and…

Children's health 21 Mar 2011

Coughing: Children

The cough is one of the most common things for human beings to do. Dr Joe Kosterich talks about coughing in children, including common causes of coughing, how much coughing is normal, what to do about children coughing, and when to see your doctor. In any given day,…

Children's health 21 Mar 2011

Runny Nose

The notion of a child with a runny nose is almost one of those clichéd visions we have of childhood. Dr Joe Kosterich talks about runny noses, including why we have mucus in our noses, what causes runny noses and how to treat them. The nose produces…

Children's health 05 May 2009

Flu Prevention

Preventing influenza this flu season involves an influenza vaccine (flu shot) and staying healthy by sleeping well and eating a healthy diet.