Coughs and Colds

Living with a Cold

Common Prevention for Common Colds
Colds are caused by dozes of viruses and no effective vaccine has been created to make cold prevention a one step process. But consistent, everyday habits can deter spreading cold viruses to others.

Stop bacteria and viruses in their tracks. When you can't get to a sink to wash, gently rub an alcohol-based hand solution with at least 60 percent alcohol. It will kill many infection causing bacteria. More>

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Simple Pledges to Prevent Colds

	I pledge to:
•	Keep an instant hand sanitizer with me, particularly during cold season, to kill germs even when soap and water aren’t readily available.
•	Wash my hands frequently throughout the day.
•	Cover my mouth and nose when I sneeze or cough, and teach my children to do the same.
•	Drink plenty of fluids.

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