Quiz: Colds and the flu

Photo of a woman with common cold symptoms
Most people who think they have the flu actually have a less serious cold. Can you even tell the difference between the two without taking a test? Does drinking lots of fluids help when you have a respiratory tract infection? And how can you lower your risk of infection? Put your knowledge to the test here.
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Updated on October 13, 2026

Next planned update: 2029

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Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG, Germany)

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