Colds and Flu - How it Spreads!

Experts FAQ |

A new facebook poll has found 73% of people are most annoyed when other people constantly cough or sniff at work, compared to 27% finding it annoying at home. Is this because it can lead to Colds and Flu…?

It’s also strangers who regularly cough or sniff that upset people the most - 63% find people they don’t know spluttering more of a bug-bear than those that do! A sneeze can reach speeds of 155 miles per hour and travel up to 9 feet approximately 40 thousand droplets are produced by a single sneeze.

Colds and flu germs are rife during the winter months and into spring.

Dr Mark Hamilton says, “Commuters for example who’re in close proximity to others can potentially infect large groups of people, which is why it’s imperative to carry a tissue when sneezing and nose blowing, disposing of it frequently and then washing your hands.”

So there you have it, next time somebody sneezes try and pass them a tissue before they sneeze.

It may stop bugs in there tracks. To see the video about this research CLICK HERE.