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Skip to: What are coronaviruses? Why are coronaviruses dangerous? SARS-CoV-2 / COVID-19 SARS-CoV MERS-CoV The rapid spread of the virus that causes the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has sparked alarm across the globe. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the condition a global pandemic, with many countries grappling with the rise of infections. The disease

With gyms closed, more of us are turning to running to get our fitness fix. But there is one problem with that – it’s freezing. Starting a brand new running regime with this kind of extreme mid-winter weather can actually be quite dangerous, and leave you susceptible to a whole host of injuries. But, as

Candy corn has kind of a tough reputation. While some brave souls can’t get enough of it, the rest of us aren’t exactly fans. Butttt maybe that’s simply because most of us have not experienced the flavors of candy corn mixed into delicious Starbucks cold brew. Now is the time for that to change. Totallythebomb.com

This is a phenomenon that is going to resonate with some people absolutely perplex others. Have you ever noticed that you need to pee more when it’s cold outside? There’s a genuine medical reason for this and, not only are you not alone, it’s relatively common. It’s all cause by something called cold diuresis, which

If you’re a new breastfeeding mom, you’ve probably heard a million different nuggets of information about what you should and shouldn’t eat, whether you can enjoy alcohol, and what medications you can take. And during cold and flu season, you might be asking if popping some over-the-counter cold medicine is okay, and how it affects

There are some surprising health benefits that come when the temperatures dip. Don't believe us? Read on. People often associate cold weather with sickness — temperatures drop, making it conducive for the cold virus to spread. Also known as the rhinovirus, it replicates inside the nasal cavity, giving us an itchy, runny nose. But, there

Ben & Jerry’s latest creation is sure to please coffee and caramel fans. And if you’re not a coffee person, the new flavor will definitely convert you. With cold brew, sweet cream ice cream and salted caramel swirls, the Cold Brew Caramel Latte is available now, but you won’t be able to find it at

In this article, we examine the relationship between cold and wet weather and the common cold. We also cover some tips for preventing colds. Rhinoviruses and the common cold According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of people develop the common cold each year in the United States alone. On average,

Benylin’s range of cough medicines all contain ‘IDENTICAL’ ingredients – despite being marketed differently The 46-year-old, AKA the MoneySavingExpert, took to Twitter on Thursday Warned customers not to believe that the £4.99 tablets offer ‘something extra’ Previously, Lewis urged people not to pay inflated price of branded medicines Benylin’s range of cough medicines have been

Many people love autumn for the colorful foliage and pumpkin spice, but each year it ushers in another season that is more menacing: cold and flu season, that is. The two illnesses are often lumped together, but there are important distinctions. And when it comes to prevention and treatment, there are plenty of misconceptions that

Last week I had a shocking cold. Blocked nose, sore throat, and feeling poorly. This made me think about the countless vitamins and supplements on the market that promise to ease symptoms of a cold, help you recover faster, and reduce your chance of getting another cold. When it comes to the common cold (also

Kendra Jackson was in a traumatic car accident back in 2013—and for years afterward, the Nebraska woman experienced a near-constant runny nose, along with coughing and sneezing, she told local news station KETV. Doctors diagnosed her with allergies, a winter cold, and head congestion, but nothing helped. “Everywhere I went I always had a box of Puffs,

ASK THE GP: Why have I had a cold for 12 years? Dr Martin Scurr answers your questions Since I was 11 years old, I’ve had what appears to be a chronic cold. I sneeze continuously and it weakens me and gives me itchy eyes and pains in my face. I’m now 23 and there

A new study in fat cells has revealed a molecular mechanism that controls how lifestyle choices and the external environment affect gene expression. This mechanism includes potential targets for next-generation drug discovery efforts to treat metabolic diseases including diabetes and obesity. Researchers tracked how the epigenome changes after long-term exposure to cold temperatures, and how