Cold & Flu Highlights

A new device that can detect what type of flu you have.

Can you catch a cold from going outside with a wet head? For how many days is a cold contagious? Test your knowledge of the common cold with our Everwell Challenge.

Learn the differences between the cold and flu, and what to do when you have each.

What do you do when you have a cold? Stay home, eat chicken soup? Or do you tough it out at work or school? Dr. Jordan Josephson, a leading ear, nose and throat surgeon, explains the best ways to treat yourself when you have a cold.

Phlegm is a frontline defense mechanism for your respiratory system. It catches germs, dust and viruses, and moves up into your nasal cavity to flush out these foreign elements.

Check out these easy ways to stay pro-active against the flu in these cold months.

Pediatrician Dr. Jim Sears and OB/GYN Dr. Lisa Masterson demonstrate how easily germs are spread from person to person.

Washing your hands may not seem like a big deal, but it plays a huge part in preventing the spread of common illnesses. WatchMojo.com visits the Montreal Children's Hospital to find out about the importance of hand hygiene, and to learn the proper technique.

Can used tissues spread the common cold? Is handling money a health hazard? Learn surprising germ spreaders, and how to stay safe.

In this this nutrition video with Amy Mac learn about some food that will help you fight the flu.

E.R. physician Dr. Travis Stork explains how the flu shot works. The flu shot is recommended for pregnant women, kids from ages 6 months to 19 years, health care providers, caretakers of young children and adults over the age of 50 who have chronic medical conditions.

Learn the secrets of people who use their diet to help cure themselves of colds and flu.

The Doctors reveal the top college health hazards, and how to keep your campus-bound kids safe.

Cold and flu season is upon, but you can fight back with tips from Oprah Winfrey's health adviser Dr. Oz. The leading health expert shared his top tips for staying healthy this Winter and we've certainly put his advice into practice. Watch this video to get the low down on vitamin D for cold prevention, how sleep boosts your immune system, and if handshakes spread major germs.

CVS pharmacist Usheema Thomas shares tips for staying healthy this flu season.