Flu

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?

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.

It's Flu Season: 14 Products to Keep on Hand, According to a Nurse

Jan 28, 2025

It's Flu Season: 14 Products to Keep on Hand, According to a Nurse

So when is it actually flu season?

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What to Know About the 3 Different Types of Flu, According to Experts

Jan 9, 2025

What to Know About the 3 Different Types of Flu, According to Experts

You might know you have flu, but do you know which type you are dealing with?

The "Letdown Effect" May Be Why You Feel Sick After the Holidays

Jan 3, 2025

The "Letdown Effect" May Be Why You Feel Sick After the Holidays

I'd get sick after every exam period, without fail, during college.

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.

Can the Flu Shot Make You Sick? We Asked the Experts

Jan 2, 2025

Can the Flu Shot Make You Sick? We Asked the Experts

With flu season well underway, it's important to protect yourself and your immune system from serious infection.

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.

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.

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.