Whether it's a dull ache when you swallow or a burning pain that won't quit, having a sore throat is never pleasant. But ...

Various medications and home remedies can help relieve a sore throat. Medications for a sore throat may include pain relief pills, lozenges, sprays, and syrups. Gargles and herbal teas may also help.

The worst part of having a cold, we would argue, isn’t even the fever, cough or stuffy nose. It has to be the scratchy, painful and downright irritating feeling that comes with having a sore throat.

Sore throats can be a real pain in the neck. According to the National Institutes of Health, viral infections cause most sore throats, usually triggered by the common cold or flu. Other WRAL Top ...

Winter brings common health issues for children, including colds, dry skin, sore throats, low appetite, fatigue, chapped lips ...

While it is not always possible to prevent a sore throat, good hygiene practices help reduce the risk of spreading it. This ...

Honey may help relieve symptoms of a sore throat. It has multiple therapeutic properties, including as an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory. Share on Pinterest IvanZivkovic/Getty Images The short ...

Trenace Dorsey-Hollins’ 5-year-old daughter was sick a lot last year. Dorsey-Hollins followed school guidelines and kept her home when she had a cough or a sore throat — or worse — until she was ...

A sore throat can be caused by a variety of things, like a viral infection (such as the common cold), dry air, or even talking too much. While over-the-counter medications can help, many people prefer ...