September 24, 2026 | 08:49 AM

Kathleen Felton

Articles by Kathleen Felton

5 things mosquito experts do every summer to avoid getting bitten - The Washington Post

Health May 6, 2026

Few things ruin an evening outdoors faster than the realization that youre being eaten alive by mosquitos. These biting insects, which can transmit diseases like dengue, malaria and West Nile virus,�...

Got the flu? Here’s what to know about antivirals to fight it. - The Washington Post

Health January 16, 2026

If you are sniffling, coughing and feeling feverish, you may have the flu. And you are not alone. There have been at least 15 million cases of the flu in the United States since late September, accor�...

Is tea or coffee better for your bones? - The Washington Post

Health December 25, 2025

Both tea and coffee have various health benefits, but tea may come out slightly on top when it comes to the health of your bones, a recent study suggests. And too much coffee five or more cups a day �...

7 home remedies to try for a sore throat - The Washington Post

Health December 19, 2025

Woke up to a sore, scratchy throat? You may want to blame it on dry air, but its usually a sign your body is fighting a viral infection. The top five causes of a sore throat are a virus, a virus, a �...