When a person coughs or sneezes, germs can spread about 6 feet. They can then land on nearby surfaces and enter another person’s eyes, nose, and mouth.
People with cystic fibrosis are at a greater risk of serious infection. Cystic fibrosis can make infections harder to treat, and infections can worsen symptoms of cystic fibrosis. If you have cystic fibrosis, stay at least 6 feet away from people with cold and flu symptoms.