01/28/2026
Cold vs Flu - What's the difference?
They both affect your respiratory system. This includes your throat, nose, airway and lungs. It is difficult to tell the two apart. The flu is generally worse than a cold. It is common to get a cold more than once a year. Most people get the flu only a few times every 10 years. Learn more: https://familydoctor.org/condition/colds-and-the-flu/