HEALTH TIPS FOR WINTER

Why winter makes you more vulnerable to colds - public health nurse explains science behind season

Many viruses, including rhinovirus - the usual culprit for the common cold - influenza, and SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, remain infectious longer and replicate faster in colder temperatures and at lower humidity levels. This, coupled with the fact that people spend more time indoors and in close contact with others during cold weather, are common reasons that germs are more likely to spread.