This Ridiculously Scary Flu Season Is Almost Over, Thank Goodness

Good news from the CDC: The worst of the worst flu season on record is behind us. But here's what you need to know before throwing out your tissue box.

Leah Groth
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Pink Nailed the National Anthem — Even With the Flu!

The flu is no match for international superstar Pink, who took on Super Bowl LII's national anthem performance and absolutely killed it.

Ada Ciuca
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How to Get Rid of Cold in 1-Month-Old Baby

It can be challenging to care for a baby when he is sick with a cold. Although there is no cure for the common cold, you can take steps to help your baby feel more comfortable and reduce the risk of a more severe infection.

Sandra Ketcham
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Influenza B Signs & Symptoms

Afraid you might have influenza b? Here are the signs and symptoms between influenza A and B to look out for.

Traci Joy
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Cough Sounds Like Fluid in the Chest After Running

Going for a run can clear your mind, strengthen your muscles and burn off calories, but sometimes you might feel worse after running instead of better. A wet cough is unpleasant and downright irritating, but it's not necessarily a sign of a serious medical condition.

Max Roman Dilthey
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It's Not Your Imagination — the Flu Is REALLY Bad This Year

This year's flu epidemic is the most widespread in at least 13 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The main reason? H3N2 is a particularly virulent strain and has led to the death of 20 children so far.

Shannan Rouss
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12 Not-So-Common Tips to Fend Off Cold and Flu

We all want to make sure we’re doing everything we can to avoid being taken down by cold and flu this season. Here, Dr. Woodson Merrell, M.D.

Luz Plaza
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Causes of Chest Tightness and Cough

Chest tightness and cough occur with many common conditions, including bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma and COPD, among others.

Lindsay Boyers
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Your Flu Risk May Spike When You Do These 4 Things

The U.S. is facing one of the worst flu seasons in a decade, and these common mistakes could increase your risk of getting sick.

Hoku Krueger
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How to Build Up Your Immune System to Fight The Flu

Ugh. The [dreaded flu](https://www.livestrong.com/article/1011708-cold-flu/). Influenza (the scientific name for the flu) is an upper respiratory infection that can result in symptoms like a dry cough, sore throat, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite.

Dan Brian
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Ways to Stop Coughing Attacks

Troublesome coughing attacks can often be interrupted with short-term remedies, such as hot tea, honey or cough lozenges.

Kristie Jernigan
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Flu Shot Side Effects, Including Fatigue

If the odds of winning the lottery were 1 in 5, the line for tickets would be long indeed. In fact, as many as 1 in every 5 Americans get the flu each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These high odds could be decreased if more Americans took advantage of influenza immunization.

Diane Helentjaris
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