The last few weeks have shown that the Omicron variant of COVID-19 is different from previous strains, and that includes some of the symptoms that can pop up. One that’s getting a lot of attention ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In a stock image, a man sits on sofa at home and holds his hand on his chest as he coughs. (Courtesy of brizmaker/Getty Images) A ...

Croup is a common and highly contagious childhood infection. It has a distinctive barking cough. Although most cases are mild, for some, it can have serious complications requiring hospitalisation.

Croup is an acute infectious laryngotracheitis which occurs mostly in children less than six years of age (although the peak incidence is around two years). It is characterized by a barking cough, ...

Covid-19's omicron variant appears to be affecting children under age 5 in a new way: a harsh, barking cough known as croup. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free ...

Q: My almost 2-year-old son developed a barking-like cough and fever. I was afraid it was COVID, so brought him to his pediatrician. She said it was croup and his COVID test was negative. What is ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: There have been a few cases of croup in my son's day care. I'm sure it's just a matter of time before my son gets it. What do I need to know? DEAR READER:Croup is a fairly common ...