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With winter upon us and cold and flu season in full swing, tonsillitis is likely to follow. If you or someone you know has ...

New research highlights a potential link between cold sores caused by HSV-1 and an increased risk of dementia.

When the weather starts to cool, a common question often arises: "Am I sick, or is it just allergies?" Here's what the experts say.

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With winter upon us and cold and flu season in full swing, tonsillitis is likely to follow. If you or someone you know has recently battled a sore throat, it's likely been caused by this common ...