Wash your hands.

It’s the single most effective way to keep from catching a cold or spreading one to someone else.

Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze.

Using your handkerchief or a tissue as a barrier will help keep germs contained.

Practice healthy habits.

Eating a balanced diet, getting enough sleep and exercising can help you maintain a strong immune system to keep illness at bay.

Myth: Only people with a weak immune system can catch a cold.

Fact: Anyone can catch a cold once they have been exposed to the virus. A healthy immune system helps the body fight infections including upper respiratory viruses, but does not prevent a cold.