Common Colds: Protect Yourself and Others | CDC Features
Sore throat and runny nose are usually the first signs of a cold, followed by coughing and sneezing. Most people recover in 7-10 days or so. You can help reduce your risk of getting a cold by washing your hands often and avoid touching your face with unwashed hands.
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- Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Date Syndication Captured: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 09:35 PM
- Date Syndication Updated: Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 01:20 AM
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