Flu

Avoiding the killer flu
With the flu season upon us, experts warn that the world may be on the brink of yet another killer pandemic.

Break the fever
It's winter and it's flu time. If you're lucky, you won't be affected this year. But in case the flu does hit you, make sure you know how to break the fever.

Stop sinusitis in its tracks
The next time your child complains of a runny nose, headache and fatigue, you may have to reach for more than cold medication.

Something getting up your nose?
Children tend to push small objects up their noses and adults sometimes pack bits of cotton into the nose nostril to stop bleeding.

You, your kid and flu
The flu season is around the corner and kids are particularly at risk. In fact, research shows that children are 1,5 to 3 times more likely to get the flu than adults.

Got a cold?
Colds are as much a part of winter as soup and scarves. Fortunately, over-the-counter remedies can sort out most colds – or, at least, relieve the symptoms.

Fight flu with these foods
Use food to your advantage this winter – the right ones can cut your risk for colds and flu, and help you stay in shape.

Flu: when to see a doctor
The influenza virus is currently wreaking havoc in some of South Africa's major cities, like Johannesburg and Cape Town, according to Health24's Flu-O-Meter.

Fight flu with these foods
Countrywide, flu numbers are soaring. If you haven't been affected, count yourself lucky. But be sure to boost your immune system with the foods you eat.

Beating those flu blues
It takes the immune system about six to eight weeks to respond to flu vaccination.

Fight flu this winter
Down with the flu? Many people make the mistake to think that antibiotics could help. But as flu is caused by the influenza virus, these medications won't make a difference.

Forget fitness when flu strikes
You're training hard. Then, out of the blue, you're struck down by a nasty bout of flu. What are the implications for your exercise routine?

Prevent that terrible sore throat
Every winter, once, twice, even three times, you suffer from a scratchy throat. What can you do to prevent the agony this year?

Centrum tip – Break that fever
It's winter and it's flu time. If you're lucky, you won't be affected this year. But in case the flu does hit you, make sure you know how to break the fever.