Some medications can be used to decrease the severity and duration of a flu attack in children. These are referred to as antiviral drugs. WebMD explains.

With cold and flu medicine shortages, not enough relief for sick kids — and some adults Local pharmacies are having trouble keeping children’s products like liquid Tylenol and ibuprofen in stock.

If you stroll the cold and flu medicine aisle these days, you might notice shelves that are bare, or nearly so. Some medicines that can be particularly hard to find are fever reducers for kids ...

This flu season has been particularly bad for children, with many experiencing severe complications such as pneumonia, dehydration and organ failure.

Costco, the retail giant known for its bulk goods and beloved Kirkland brand, has initiated a recall of its Kirkland Signature Cold & Flu medicine. This decision comes in response to concerns ...

Many clinicians do not consider neurologic complications of the flu when discussing vaccination or treatment of influenza with families. A recent study that explored the neurologic impact of flu ...

As the school year kicks off, health officials say NJ could again have a rough cold and flu season. Most prevalent is RSV, respiratory syncytial virus ...

Most flu cases in children can be managed at home, says Ashrafi, who advises parents to keep kids with flu well-rested, hydrated, and comfortable with fever-reducing medications like paracetamol ...

Despite national medical guidelines supporting the use of antiviral medications in young children diagnosed with influenza, a recent study reports an underuse of the treatment.

Vandy researcher warns parents: Half of infants and kids hospitalized with flu symptoms don't receive vital medication. Some aren't even tested.