During the winter season, complaints of coughs and colds become among the most common health issues. Most people tend to ignore coughs by labelling them as seasonal and hoping they will clear up soon.

Chest pain with a cough comes in many forms. The pain may be stabbing or throbbing, and it can range from very mild to unbearable. When there are other symptoms, especially fever or trouble breathing, ...

Experts say the key lies in the cough’s symptoms and length. People should go see a doctor if their cough lasts for more than ...

Once you understand what's behind your cough, choosing the right treatment becomes much easier.

THE HSE has issued a health alert over a common winter illness that can become “severe and life-threatening” – with six signs to watch for. Chest infections are very common and account for around one ...

A non-smoker whose persistent cough was dismissed as a chest infection was shocked to discover he actually had lung cancer. Dave Marcus, 57, even suffered a hernia due to the constant coughing. But ...