What’s the difference between Colds and  Flu? Colds: usual duration 3-7 days.  Symptoms: sneezing, stuffy nose,  and sore throat. Complications are milder and are mainly upper respiratory, sinus, ear aches or bronchitis. Flu: duration is longer from 5-14 days.  Symptoms are stronger: body aches, chest pain, fever, complications can be more severe- pneumonia. Optimal precautions/prevention: … Continue reading Cold and Flu Tips