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Can you tell me what can i do if someone stops breathing due to coughing caused by a cold or flu?
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Call 911 or...: Start CPR if you are comfortable to do so. However, apnea (stop breathing ) after cough spell due to cold or flu is very rare.
Answered 10/14/2019
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