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This question has probably been asked since the first time the flu made someone sick. After all, cold and flu season occurs when the weather is cold, so there must be a connection, right? Well, not quite. No matter how many times your mother and grandmother told you not to go out in the cold because you would catch a cold or the flu, it just doesn't work that way. Answer:
The truth is, the flu and the common cold are caused by viruses. People get sick more often in the winter because they are exposed to each other more in the winter than in the summer. When it is cold outside, people tend to stay inside and are more likely to spread germs to one another. Also, because school is in session, kids are around each other all day and are not afraid to share their germs. With so many people in such close contact, the likelihood of passing germs is much higher when it is cold outside than when it is warm and people are outdoors. There is also evidence now that viruses spread more easily through dry air. When it is cold outside, the air is drier both outdoors and inside (where people have their heaters on) which may make it easier for germs to pass from one person to another. But it is not the cold weather that causes the cold, it just might make it easier to spread the virus.
In tropical areas, where it does not get cold, the common cold and flu season generally occurs during the rainy season. But again, these illnesses are not caused by the rain. They are just more prevalent because people come in closer contact with each other than they do during the dry season.
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Does a budgie need cold fresh air?
Never put your budgie in cold air, the breeze can make him sick. Put your budgie in warm air!
How do you breath cold air?
By Breathing.
Can leaving the air conditioner on in cold weather make a baby sick?
ya... it can make the baby sick because the because cold air allows the viruses live longer inside our body and bay can also get comman cold which can turn into serious problem. by:arsh chahal
What are the release dates for The Doctors - 2008 Air Are You Breathing Yourself Sick 4-52?
The Doctors - 2008 Air Are You Breathing Yourself Sick 4-52 was released on: USA: 23 November 2011
Why do you breathe out cold air when is cold?
Breathing out cold air when it's cold outside is due to the warm air inside your body meeting the cold air outside, causing the moisture in your breath to condense and become visible. The same phenomenon occurs when warm, moist air is exhaled in colder temperatures, making it look like you are breathing out "cold air."
How does buildup of mucus in air passages affect breathing?
With the build up of mucus in the lungs it would make it harder to breathe then you would have a cold and start coughing and then it would make stress on your breathing and you would not inhale as much air as you normaly would.
Why is a dogs nose cold all the time?
probably because it is always out in the open and it is wet and breathing in cold air
Is it bad to breathe cold air while sleeping?
Breathing cold air while sleeping can cause irritation to the respiratory system and may worsen conditions like asthma or bronchitis. It is generally recommended to keep the room at a comfortable temperature to avoid breathing in excessively cold air while sleeping.
How does cold temperature affect the ability to breathe?
It shallows breathing bcause the cold temperature causes your lungs to contract
Why is your parakeet shivering?
Your parakeet may be cold or sick. If it is cold, you may have it too close to air conditioning or something that has cold drafts. If you get your parakeet wet enough and don't dry it, it could catch a chill and die. Sometimes they are simply nervous and will sit and puff out their feathers. You should take it to a veterinarian to make sure it is not sick.
Is it better to breathe in cold air vs hot air when you sleep?
Breathing in cold air can help you sleep better because it may be more refreshing and make the room feel cooler. Hot air can sometimes feel stuffy and uncomfortable, potentially leading to difficulty breathing and disrupted sleep. It's generally recommended to keep your bedroom cool for better sleep quality.
Can going out in the night air make you sick?
No.
