Most people get colds in the winter but it is possible to get a cold at any time during the year. Most people recover within about 7-10 days. However, people with weakened immune systems, asthma, or conditions that affect the lungs and breathing passages may develop serious illness, such as pneumonia.
Common Cold Facts:
Adults have an average of 2-3 colds every year, and children have even more.
Many viruses can cause colds, but rhinoviruses are the most common. Infections spread through the air and close personal contact.
To get over your cold and feel better, you have to rest and drink plenty of fluids.
Cold symptoms are sore throat, runny nose, coughing, sneezing, watering eyes, headaches, and body aches.
To avoid and refuse your risk of getting sick, wash your hand often with soap and warm water.
Prevention Tips:
Wash your hand very often for about 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. Viruses that cause colds can enter your body this way and make you sick.
Stay away from people who are sick. People who are sick can spread viruses that cause the common cold through close contact with others.
Disinfect touched surfaces frequently, including objects such as toys, doorknobs, phones etc.
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