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Americans are weathering the worst flu season in years, as a number of other respiratory illnesses circulate too, such as COVID-19, RSV and the common cold. A telltale sign you’re getting sick is ...

Your body produces mucus naturally to protect your respiratory system, and under normal circumstances, this protective fluid remains clear and relatively thin. However, when mucus suddenly changes to ...

Medically reviewed by Bryan M. Wolynski, OD Key Takeaways Watery eye mucus often comes from a virus and is linked to pink eye.  Thick green or gray mucus can mean a bacterial infection needing ...

Whether you're dealing with a runny nose, cough or congestion, your mucus can help determine if it's a minor bother like a common cold, allergies or a more serious health issue. That's right, the ...

Mucus isn't exactly something people give much thought to — until they're sick and dealing with a constantly runny nose. But mucus is actually an important part of a healthy immune system, according ...