Cold & Flu

Most of us come down with cold or flu viruses at some point during the year. Find out everything you need to know about managing the winter lurgy Written by Charlotte Haigh on January 22, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Gio Miletto on January 30, 2019 You have the tell-tale symptoms: sore throat, cough, runny nose. But what exactly is happening in your body when you’re hit with a cold or flu virus?...

If your nose seems to be constantly running and you keep sneezing, you may be wondering whether you’re experiencing hay fever. Hay fever affects up to 1 in 5 people during their lives1, so it could be that you have more than the common cold....

Most of us will have at least one cold every year, but there are ways to cut your risk of colds, coughs and sneezes. We’ve gathered the latest research and expert advice to help protect you from the common cold – and clear it quickly...

Just like the common cold, flu is spread by coughs and sneezes, but it is caused by different viruses and is much more serious – around 600 people die every year from complications, such as bronchitis or pneumonia. Take our quiz, answering ‘yes’ or ‘no’...

The colder months see an increase in deaths and many people suffer from colds, the flu and other illnesses. This is partly due to our immune systems not working as effectively as they do at other times of the year. Your skin produces vitamin D...

Find out how to treat a cold with our comprehensive guide to coughs, colds and sneezes. What causes a cold? A group of viruses affecting the respiratory system are responsible for most colds, and the rhinovirus is the most common. You might not always be...

Most of us will have at least one cold every year, but there are ways to cut your risk of colds, coughs and sneezes. We’ve gathered the latest research and expert advice to help protect you from the common cold – and clear it quickly...

Be quick! Vitamin C is an old favourite for tackling winter bugs, as it helps your immune system work properly. But if you’re looking to make the most of any cold-busting benefits, you need to be quick off the mark. Taking a supplement on the...