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How many colds does the average person get per year?
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Two: The average adult gets about 2 colds per year, typically one in the summer and one in the winter. You might get more if you're around small children a lot.
Answered 12/29/2022
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Depends on age: The average number of upper respiratory illness that a child is exposed to in the first few years of life is approx 6-12 and that can increase if the child is in daycare or has older siblings in the home.
Answered 8/14/2017
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