Worried about catching a cold from stepping out without a scarf or with wet hair? As seasoned health experts, we've consulted virologists to separate fact from fiction.
Cold weather itself doesn't cause illness, explains virologist Jan Wilschut on the authoritative science platform NEMO Kennislink. While cold viruses are more prevalent in winter, it's largely due to our behavior: we spend more time indoors, in close quarters with poor ventilation. This increases the odds of virus particles from a sneeze or cough reaching your airways—far more than in summer. Already fighting a cold? Proven home remedies can ease symptoms effectively.
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