How Long Does a Cold Last? A Day-by-Day Timeline
A cold usually lasts one to two weeks. What to expect each day, when the runny nose peaks, how long you are contagious, and when 10 days means see a doctor.
4 November 2026
Dry Nose From Central Heating: Winter Relief That Works
Central heating dries the air and the nose with it. Why a dry nose in winter crusts, burns and bleeds, what helps tonight, and when a humidifier is worth it.
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Why Does Your Nose Run in the Cold? Cold-Induced Rhinitis Explained
Your nose runs in the cold because it works harder to warm and moisten dry air, and the extra moisture drips. Why it happens, who gets it most, and what helps.
1 November 2026
Why Do I Get Nosebleeds in Winter? Causes and Prevention
Nosebleeds in winter come from dry heated air and cold outdoor air cracking the nasal lining. Why it happens, how to stop a bleed, how to prevent the next one.
28 October 2026
Blocked Nose at Night: Why It Gets Worse Lying Down and How to Sleep
A blocked nose at night is worse because lying flat swells the nasal lining. Why it happens, what to do tonight, what to fix this week and when to see a doctor.
25 October 2026
Winter Allergies: Why You Sneeze More When the Heating Goes On
Winter allergies come from dust mites, pet dander and mould trapped indoors once the heating goes on. How to tell them from a cold, and what fixes them.
21 October 2026
The Nasal Microbiome: How the Bacteria in Your Nose Protect You
Your nose hosts bacteria that block invaders and calm inflammation. Learn what the nasal microbiome does, what disrupts it, and how to look after it.
14 October 2026
Why Your Nose Runs More as You Age: Geriatric Rhinitis Explained
A constantly runny nose after 60 is common and has a name: geriatric rhinitis. Learn why it happens, what helps, and when it needs a doctor.
11 October 2026
Fungal vs Bacterial Sinus Infection: How to Tell the Difference
How fungal and bacterial sinus infections differ in cause, symptoms, duration and treatment, and when a sinus infection that will not clear needs a doctor.
7 October 2026
Allergic Rhinitis in Children: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Recognise allergic rhinitis in children, compare allergies with colds, and learn about safe treatments, school routines, and when to seek medical care.
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