Two groups of researchers announced "a major step toward a way to prevent and possibly treat the common cold," says the Los Angeles Times. By identifying the "mechanism by which some cold viruses ...

Medically reviewed by Jane Kim, MD The common cold and diseases like influenza are caused by germs called viruses. These germs are infectious and can stay on surfaces and make you sick if they enter ...

The common cold is usually caused by a viral infection. Lots of viruses can take hold inside your nose, mouth, throat or lungs, and cause cold symptoms. Colds usually last 3 to 7 days in adults and 10 ...