One of the commonest causes of illness, a sore throat often clears up on its own, but knowing what's causing it is important to treat it properly. Viral, bacterial, or caused by allergic elements - ...

Breakthrough research has found that Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infections are more likely transmitted from asymptomatic throat carriage than skin-to-skin contact in communities with high rates of ...

Social media users are claiming strep throat is skyrocketing, but Houston doctors say cases are typical for this time of year ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a doctor reveals the important clues about your health that can be found in your snot.

Doctor Sooj has shared how to ease your sore throat using two ingredients you're sure to have at home - and explains exactly ...

Maybe your throat is a little sore. Or perhaps you sense a lot of mucus in the back of your throat and find yourself clearing it constantly by coughing. So you decide to take a look in the mirror and ...

Why does my throat hurt in the morning? Does it mean you have COVID-19? While a sore throat is among the symptoms of COVID-19 infection, there are several other reasons why you may be experiencing ...

Black mucus is rare. It can be the sign of a fungal infection, or exposure to pollutants such as coal, dust or cigarette ...

It starts with a slight scratchiness at the back of your throat. Then, a sneeze. Then coughing, sniffling and full-on ...

The International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) has issued a warning that mental illnesses in children such as OCD can be triggered by bacterial infections. During a conference on Thursday, experts said that ...

At a recent check-up my dentist said I had bad breath caused by tonsil stones, which was mortifying. What can I do about it? Dr Philippa Kaye answers: There are many possible causes of bad breath - or ...

Scientific evidence confirms that warm salt-water gargling effectively reduces throat pain and improves swallowing comfort by ...