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FLU VS COMMON COLD
Do You Know the Difference Between the Flu and a Cold?
Sometimes it may be hard to tell the difference between the flu and a cold. Many of the symptoms are the same, but they are usually worse if you have the flu.
| Symptom | Cold | Flu |
| Fever (100°F/37.8°C) | Not usually | 100° or more for more than a few days |
| Body aches | Mild | Severe |
| Chills | Not usually | Usually |
| Tiredness | Mild to moderate | Moderate to severe |
| Cough | Can produce mucous | Usually dry |
| Runny or stuffy nose | Almost always | Not always |
| Chest discomfort | Usually mild | Moderate to severe |
| Results in serious health problems (such as pneumonia, added infection, and hospitalization may be necessary) | Not usually | Increased chance |
