Lunsford Richardson, the creator of Vicks VapoRub, also is credited with sending out the first junk mail. He was born in North Carolina on Dec. 30, 1854. So, how did he come up with the two ...

Phenylephrine is used in popular versions of Sudafed, Dayquil and other medications, but experts have long questioned its effectiveness. The Food and Drug Administration formally proposed revoking ...

There is no cure for the common cold, but medications can help ease symptoms so you can relax and recover. To find the best over-the-counter (OTC) cold medicine for you, you need to consider your ...