Cold and Flu in Children

Do you know the difference between a cold and the flu in your children? Explore these two illnesses, learn ways to avoid and treat them, and help your kids stay healthy.
Caregiver putting saline drops in an infant's nose.
My Infant Has a Cough, What Medicine Do I Use?
Mother with ear thermometer checking coughing child’s temperature
3 Home Remedies for a Baby's Cough and Chest Congestion
Online Consultation with their Doctor - stock photo
The Common Cold in Babies: What to Know
Homes Remedies for Chest Congestion in Toddlers : Fluids, honey, a bed for rest, pillows for elevation of the head, a shower, an adult sleeping (to signify sleeping close to the child), and a humidifier
Chest Congestion in Toddlers
a sick child lying in bed
Emergency Flu Signs in Children
Flu vaccine
Is It Too Late to Get a Flu Shot?
Young girl who is sick
How the Flu Affects Babies
Mom pouring cough medicine for child
What to Know About Kids and Cough Medications
Child using a breathing treatment
Symptoms of Serious Breathing Problems in Children
Mother checking daughter's forehead for a fever
Why Kids Shouldn't Take Aspirin
Flu Symptoms in Children
Recognizing Early Flu Symptoms in Children
woman putting saline drops in a baby's nose
Saline Drops for Babies: How to Safely Use Them
Mother giving son (4-6) medicine
Cold and Flu Treatments for Kids
Boy taking medicine
The Safety of Tamiflu for Children
Boy coughing while sitting at a table
Toddler Coughing at Night: Causes and When to Worry