But they do know what causes colds and what we can do to avoid catching them. Colds are not caught by walking in the rain or sitting in a draft. If that happens, wash up afterwards. Wash your hands often in warm, soapy water.
Hands are the transportation of choice for cold germs.
Keep your hands away from your eyes, nose, and mouth so you won't spread the germs. Use disinfectant spray on contaminated surfaces-those touched by someone with a cold. Learn how to cope with stress. Stress can weaken the immune system, making you more susceptible to cold germs. The best you can do is to treat the symptoms if they're getting in your way.