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If someone was in very close proximity to you who had a bad cold, is there anyway to prevent carching it, besides washing hands and adequate sleep?
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Colds: To avoid getting an upper respiratory infection practice excellent hand washing. Wash hands frequently & thoroughly with warm water and soap. Do not touch mouth, eyes or hands unless hands are clean. Avoid contact with people who have upper respiratory infections. Cover coughs.
Answered 5/9/2014
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