Colds

15 Rules of Sickness Etiquette, According to Popsugar Editors

May 4, 2026

15 Rules of Sickness Etiquette, According to Popsugar Editors

The pandemic changed everything, including social norms around how to behave when you're sick (or just afraid you might be sick).

Can You Work Out When You're Sick? Here's Everything to Know

Sep 12, 2025

Can You Work Out When You're Sick? Here's Everything to Know

When you're feeling under the weather, sometimes all you can think about is getting out of the house for some fresh air — but how do you know if working out is a good idea or not?

Is It Actually Safe to Take Cold and Allergy Medications Together?

Apr 28, 2025

Is It Actually Safe to Take Cold and Allergy Medications Together?

Don't you hate it when a spring cold overlaps with seasonal allergies?

The 14 Best Foods to Eat When Sick, According to a Dietitian

Mar 27, 2025

The 14 Best Foods to Eat When Sick, According to a Dietitian

We're strong believers that food is a source of medicine.

How to Tell Between the Flu, a Cold, and COVID-19, According to a Doctor

Jan 2, 2025

How to Tell Between the Flu, a Cold, and COVID-19, According to a Doctor

When your nose starts running and your throat gets sore, it's clear you're coming down with something — the tricky part is figuring out what's causing it.

Doctors Break Down What’s Really Behind the 24-Hour Flu

Dec 4, 2024

Doctors Break Down What’s Really Behind the 24-Hour Flu

When you feel under the weather and then unexpectedly rebound the next day, it's understandable if you conclude you just went through the 24-hour flu.

Can You Get Your Flu Shot If You're Already Sick? Experts Explain

Dec 3, 2024

Can You Get Your Flu Shot If You're Already Sick? Experts Explain

The holiday season often means lots of extra stress.

Exactly How Long Is a Cold Contagious? A Doctor Weighs In

Nov 20, 2024

Exactly How Long Is a Cold Contagious? A Doctor Weighs In

Cold season is back, which means whether it's you, your friends, or your family, someone is likely to come home feeling stuffy and achy.

Are Sinus Infections Contagious? Here's What 3 MDs Have to Say

Nov 8, 2024

Are Sinus Infections Contagious? Here's What 3 MDs Have to Say

No one's thrilled to get sick, but there's something extra cruddy about a sinus infection.

Why Your Coughing Gets Worse at Night, According to MDs

Oct 15, 2024

Why Your Coughing Gets Worse at Night, According to MDs

Winter can be a hotbed for illness, which means getting good sleep is more important than ever.

Waking Up to a Blocked Nostril Could Be a Sign to Switch Your Sleep Position

Oct 8, 2024

Waking Up to a Blocked Nostril Could Be a Sign to Switch Your Sleep Position

No one likes to be congested.

Is It Safe to Get the Flu Shot While Pregnant? A Family Medicine Doctor Explains

Sep 5, 2024

Is It Safe to Get the Flu Shot While Pregnant? A Family Medicine Doctor Explains

Flu season can feel scary even when you're not pregnant.