Cold or flu: know the difference / Know the flu facts - Fact sheet

The flu and a cold can have similar symptoms. The difference is how intense they feel and how common they are. In general, symptoms of the flu appear quickly, while symptoms of a cold happen slowly.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 17:36 (UTC)
Created April 17, 2026, 17:36 (UTC)
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