(Reuters Health) - Croup, a common upper respiratory tract infection in young children under age 6, can become severe and require hospitalization, doctors say in a new patient resource published in ...

Yakima Health District is monitoring the spread of whooping cough after three new cases were documented in Yakima County in the past week. Health district officials recommend community members update ...

CACHE COUNTY, Utah — The local health department is urging residents in the Cache Valley to be aware of the signs of whooping cough as an outbreak was detected in one area. The outbreak was found in ...

Frequent cough and cold may be linked to hidden hygiene problems at home like damp rooms, poor ventilation, dust, allergens, ...

Natural expectorants like moisture and certain teas may help relieve a stubborn cough by loosening phlegm. Expectorants can help make your cough more productive. A cough can affect your work and sleep ...

A cough that produces mucus, or phlegm, is known as a wet — or productive — cough. Producing mucus while coughing is typically a response to allergens and irritants, airway infections, or an ...

Acute coughs are often caused by a minor illness and go away within a few weeks, while chronic coughs may be a symptom of something more serious. A cough is a reflex that your body uses to clear your ...

Health officials in the UK are warning the public about a concerning rise in whooping cough after cases soared 250% this year. Between July and November, there were 716 reported cases of pertussis, a ...

Hospitals report a surge in cold, cough, and bronchitis cases, particularly among children, fueled by cold waves and rising pollution. Experts highlight prolonged coughs due to post-viral infections ...