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(NAPSA)-Colds and flu can strike at any time of year. It's important to know how to recognize and treat these conditions.

Colds can cause fever, headache, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat and coughing. If you are suffering from several of these symptoms, it may be more convenient to use a multisymptom cold product.

The flu is a viral infection. Symptoms can be severe, and may include fever, headache, muscle pains, dry cough, sore throat, runny nose, weakness and fatigue.

Symptoms usually last for about a week. The flu can lead to dangerous complications, such as bronchitis or pneumonia.

Over-the-counter medications, the most common treatment for colds and the flu, can help ease symptoms.

There are a variety of natural remedies as well. For more information, go to www.drugstore.com