The average person gets two to three colds a year. You may think it's impossible to avoid catching one, but you could keep the sniffles at bay if you just regularly wash your hands.
Cold viruses live in the nose, so every time you touch your nose, you’re moving the germs to your hands. But a good hand washing after touching your face eliminates the virus. And definitely wash your hands after hanging out with a sick person. Wash with warm water and soap for 20 seconds — or the time it takes to sing “Jingle Bells” twice. |
