10 Common Pathogens
Pathogen #10: Rhinovirus
Infections from the rhinovirus is the most common type of illness that is experienced by mankind. The infection is highly contagious and spread through sneezing and through contact with infected people. We commonly know this illness as the common cold.
Typical symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, cough and headache. The cold should pass itself within a few days or so and remedies are available that will help soothe symptoms. While you might feel that you are fine going to work with a cold, bear in mind that this will increase the chance of giving it to others.
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