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Fall brings cooler weather...and the start of cold and flu season. Because symptoms can overlap, it’s not always easy to tell what’s causing them. Find tips on recognizing the differences, managing symptoms, and knowing when to see a doctor:
Symptom Relief: Cough, Cold & Flu | Health in Hand
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Get advice on managing cold, cough, and flu symptoms. Find treatments, home remedies, and OTC options to feel better fast.
With so many over-the-counter medicines to choose from, it can be hard to know which one fits your symptoms. Your pharmacist can help you compare options and understand how to use them safely. Learn more:
Ask a Pharmacist: The Value of Over-the-Counter Medicines for Your Individual Health Needs
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Before you reach for that OTC medicine, get to know your treatment options and when to consult with a pharmacist.
The colors in medicines can serve a purpose beyond appearance: they may help people tell products apart. But color alone isn’t a reliable way to identify a medicine. Always check the label before taking it. Learn more about why dyes and other additives are used in medicines:
Did You Know? That Colorful Tablet or Supplement Isn’t Just for Looks
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Learn how colors, dyes, and additives in OTC medicines and supplements support safety, prevent mix-ups, and help your products work the right way.
Pseudoephedrine can help relieve nasal congestion caused by colds and allergies. Real-time, stop-sale technology helps retailers enforce purchase limits and prevent unlawful sales, while keeping these medicines available to people who need them. Learn how it works: www.stopmethnotmeds.com/the-solution/how-real-time-stop-sale-tracking-works/
Allergy season may not be over just because summer is. Climate change is making pollen seasons longer, and the impact can vary by location. See which cities the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America ranks among the most challenging places to live with pollen allergies in its 2026 Allergy Capitals report. If you’re still experiencing symptoms, check the pollen count before making outdoor plans: aafa.org/asthma-allergy-research/allergy-capitals/