The IAA One Minute Blog

  Rhinovirus, the most frequent cause of common colds, can prevent the flu virus from infecting airways by jump-starting the body’s antiviral defenses, Yale researchers reported.   New Study on the Cold and Flu   The team studied three years of cl… more »

Seasonal allergies and the common cold can be so alike that it’s sometimes hard to tell the two apart. Seasonal Allergies vs. the Common Cold Not sure if you are battling a cold or allergies? Ask yourself: Have the seasons changed? If yes, it could… more »

It’s cold season and you hope the glass of orange juice you have every morning will prevent you from catching the office cold. Are Mom’s pearls of wisdom actually true, can a daily dose of vitamin C help? Vitamin C and the Common Cold Vitamin C is a n… more »

The holidays are here, which means it is time for fun, family and food! It can also mean an unplanned trip to the emergency room, which no one wants to take. Food for Thought One of the best parts of the holidays is eating your favorite holiday meal.… more »

There’s a chill in air and frost on the ground, which can only mean one thing: cold and flu season has arrived.  Along with cold and flu season comes many suggestions on how to cure cold and flu symptoms.  Many recommend a good dose of chicken soup—but… more »