Menu
Verywell Health
Cold and Flu Prevention
Health A-Z
Arthritis
Type 2 Diabetes
Heart Disease
Digestive Health
Lung Cancer
Multiple Sclerosis
View All
Prevention & Treatment
Vaccines
First Aid
Surgery
Herbal Medicine
Supplements
Healthy Aging
View All
Health Care
Health Insurance
Public Health
Patient Rights
Health Technology
Caregivers & Loved Ones
End of Life Concerns
View All
News
Coronavirus
Health News
Tools & Resources
Thyroid Test Analyzer
Doctor Discussion Guides
Hemoglobin A1c Test Analyzer
Lipid Test Analyzer
Complete Blood Count (CBC) Analyzer
Healthy Conversations Coach
Renal Test Analyzer
About Us
Editorial Process
Medical Review Board
Search
Search
Clear
GO
More in Cold & Flu
Prevention
Symptoms
Treatment
Common Cold
Flu
Related Illnesses
View More
Tools & Resources
Thyroid Test Analyzer
Doctor Discussion Guides
Hemoglobin A1c Test Analyzer
Lipid Test Analyzer
Complete Blood Count (CBC) Analyzer
Healthy Conversations Coach
Renal Test Analyzer
Coronavirus vs. Flu
How to Properly Use Hand Sanitizer
Tobacco: New Legal Minimum Age
Best OTC Flu Meds
Who Should Wear Medical Masks?
COVID-19 Timeline
Health A-Z
Arthritis
Type 2 Diabetes
Heart Disease
Digestive Health
Lung Cancer
Multiple Sclerosis
View All
Prevention & Treatment
Vaccines
First Aid
Surgery
Herbal Medicine
Supplements
Healthy Aging
View All
Health Care
Health Insurance
Public Health
Patient Rights
Health Technology
Caregivers & Loved Ones
End of Life Concerns
View All
News
Coronavirus
Health News
View All
About Us
Editorial Process
Privacy Policy
Contact Us
Visit our other Verywell sites:
Verywell Fit
Verywell Mind
Verywell Family
Ⓒ 2021 About, Inc. (Dotdash) — All rights reserved
Health A-Z
Cold & Flu
Cold and Flu Prevention
Washing your hands and getting the annual flu vaccine are effective prevention tactics for the cold and flu. Learn how else to protect your immune system.
Pandemic: How to Prepare for the new Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD, MPH
Airborne Viruses: Types, Transmission, and Prevention
Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD, MPH
Tips for Preventing Colds and the Flu
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
Visiting Family With a Chronic Illness During Cold & Flu Season
Medically reviewed by Chris Vincent, MD
Could a Flu Patch Bring an End to Flu Shots?
Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO
The Hidden Risks of Antibacterial Soap
Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO
Flu Shots: Timing, Side Effects, and More
Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD, MPH
Who Should Not Get Flu Shots
Medically reviewed by Chris Vincent, MD
Afluria Flu Vaccine Jet Injector: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO
Why Isn't There a Vaccine for the Common Cold?
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
Common Side Effects of the Influenza Vaccine
Medically reviewed by Keri Peterson, MD
Can I Get A Flu Shot While Sick?
Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO
Can You Get the Flu From a Flu Shot?
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
Why You Should Cover Your Cough
Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Molina Ortiz, MD, MPH
Does an Onion in the Room Stop a Cold or Flu?
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
6 Ways to Boost Your Immune System Naturally
Medically reviewed by Emily Dashiell, ND
Why You May Still Get Sick After a Flu Shot
Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO
Is a Preservative-Free Flu Vaccine Safer?
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
How Long Does a Flu Shot Last?
Medically reviewed by Keri Peterson, MD
Should I Replace My Toothbrush After I've Been Sick?
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
Tips for Preventing Colds and the Flu
Medically reviewed by Andy Miller, MD
How to Stay Healthy When Your Family Is Sick
Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD, MPH
How Flu Shots Work and Why They Sometimes Don't
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
Airborne Immune Supplement: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
What Are the First Signs of Flu?
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
Are You Having an Allergic Reaction to the Flu Vaccine?
Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO
5 Food Nutrients to Supercharge Your Immune System
Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOM, LAc
Why You Need a Flu Shot If You're Over 50
Medically reviewed by Cristian Zanartu, MD