Wondering how to get rid of cold sores? You’re not the only one. Both cold sores and HSV-1 (herpes simplex virus type 1), the virus that typically causes them, are incredibly common. Having cold sores ...

If you’ve ever had a cold sore, you're familiar with the first hint of trouble. A tingling signals an unwelcome visitor is about to make an appearance, usually at the worst possible time. Soon, a ...

Have you ever asked yourself, “Why am I always cold?” If you constantly feel cold no matter the season, it’s not just in your head. Always feeling chilly can be triggered by underlying health ...

Your body's first reaction to a plunge in chilly water is the "cold shock" response. Your heart rate jumps. Stress hormones spike. You gasp suddenly, and may hyperventilate. Your reward if you stay in ...

A bitter winter storm is sweeping across the north-east of North America this weekend, and is expected to bring significant snow to New York City for the first time in two years. Low temperatures ...

While children play in winter wonderlands, families nestle together near the fire, and workers attend their annual holiday party, viruses are plotting to give them a cold. As an infectious disease ...

Experts explain what they do, and don’t, recommend. Ask Well Experts explain what they do, and don’t, recommend. Credit...Joyce Lee for The New York Times Supported by By Erica Sweeney Q: I get cold ...

Wondering how to get rid of a cold sore? Although these normally clear up on their own, cold sores can be painful while they heal. We've asked dermatologists, GPs, and virus specialists to recommend ...

With winter storm warnings issued to nearly 20 states and more than 15 inches of snow falling in some parts of the U.S. this week, you need to know how to keep safe and healthy in the cold. What ...