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M indian.do each sneezing when you have cold, releases thousands of viruses?
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Sure: Sneezing will certainly release an enormous amount of viruses, especially when you are sick with a cold. That is why it is important to sneeze into your elbow, or use a handkerchief/tissue to sneeze in and always wash your hands as often as possible, as proper hand washing remains the number one means for preventing the spread of infection.
Answered 1/9/2014
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