Common Cold Resources
Visit the following sites for additional information on the common cold: American Lung Association: Facts About the Common Cold...
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Vaccinations Vaccines have not been created to prevent the common cold. This is because the common cold may be caused by so many different viruses. Luckily, there are some precautions that may help a...
View ArticleAlternative Treatment for Common Colds
Alternative Medicine Review Some herbs, minerals, vitamins, and dietary supplements may help prevent or shorten colds. However, scientific evidence doesn’t support these claims unanimously. For some,...
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Treating Common Colds There isn’t a cure for common colds. Cold viruses aren’t affected by antibiotics, and vaccinations aren’t possible due to the many types of viruses that can cause the common cold....
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Rhinovirus Cold viruses are nearly always present, in every environment. Over 100 different types of viruses may cause a common cold. However, the rhinovirus is the most frequent cause of the common...
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Common Cold Progression Approximately 3 days after being exposed to a cold-causing virus, such as the rhinovirus, cold symptoms may appear. They may progress quickly or slowly, depending on the exact...
View ArticleCommon Colds Overview
Viral Infections The common cold is a viral infection located within the upper respiratory tract. This includes the throat and the nose. These colds may feel rough at the time, but they are...
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