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Runny nose is a common occurrence which is usually caused by sinus infections, allergies, or common cold. However, on rare occasions it can indicate a much more serious underlying condition - a leak of Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) from the brain. Since CSF is essential for maintaining integrity of the brain…

We’re in the midst of a bad cold and flu season in Australia. Along with the usual viral suspects, such as influenza, RSV, and rhinoviruses (which cause the common cold), bacterial pathogens are also causing significant rates of illness, particularly in children. These include Bordatella pertussis (whooping cough) and Mycoplasma…

Viruses that cause mild sniffles in humans are devastating populations of chimpanzees and gorillas. In some ape communities, it’s a bigger killer than habitat loss or poaching

Prehistoric cold viruses are hard to find in the historical record, but scientists have unearthed some evidence in ancient human teeth.

COVID cases are increasing in the national capital, Delhi. In view of the growing cases of the disease, it is important to know about various home remedies that can keep the virus at bay. These home remedies will also help you recover faster and will not allow the disease to…

Here are the illnesses to be wary of — despite warmer spring weather — and how to avoid them

Join us for a lively discussion with a creative and refreshing medical contributor as we delve into the latest COVID variant, JN.1, and the importance of c...

If we can create a vaccine for a novel virus in under a year, what’s stopping scientists from inoculating us against the sniffles?

The U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns of a surge in respiratory illnesses across the country, with 15 states facing "high" or "very high" levels of infections, including flu, COVID-19, RSV and common cold.