Preventing and treating the common cold: Myths vs. facts

Cold and flu season is in full force and with it comes legions of people doing everything they can to prevent getting sick.

Yet for all the proven strategies and treatments, there are just as many myths circulating about how to handle the increase of germs that spread during the winter months.

See below for a few facts and myths about the common cold that everybody should know to keep themselves healthy. -- by Shereen Dindar

Sources: Canadian Medical Association, WebMD, Fox, International Business Times, Health.com.