Colds and flu

Flu and the flu vaccine

Your guide to flu symptoms and the flu vaccine, including who should get the jab this winter.

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Preventing colds and flu

Can vitamin C or echinacea stop you getting a cold? The truth behind some common beliefs.

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Cold or flu?

How colds and flu differ, how to stop them spreading and who's at risk of complications.

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Coping with colds and flu

How to look after yourself if you get a cold, cough or flu, and when to make an appointment to see your GP.

Five facts about colds

Five surprising facts about colds, including why women get more of them and why mucus turns yellow.

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Which painkiller?

The benefits and side effects of painkillers, and how to choose the best painkiller to fight your type of pain.

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Keep warm, keep well

How to keep your home and family warm and healthy over the winter plus advice on benefits.

10 surprising headache triggers

Diet, anger and posture can all cause headaches. Practical advice on avoiding the top 10 little-known headache triggers.

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