Health Tip: Avoid Catching a Cold

(HealthDay News) -- It may seem impossible in the winter months not to catch a cold, but a few precautions may spare you the sniffles.

To reduce your chances of catching a cold, follow these suggestions from the American Lung Association:

• Avoid contact with people who already have a cold, and wash your hands after being around them.
• Keep your hands away from your face, especially your eyes, mouth, and nose.
• Keep clean hand towels in your bathroom, and keep a separate one available for people who aren''t sick.
• Keep your home humid to prevent your sinuses from drying out.

-- Diana Kohnle

Last Updated: Jan. 22, 2007

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