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    • How does humidity affect cold season?
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    • Should I use hot or cold packs for a cold or the flu?
    • How many people are hospitalized or die from the flu?
    • What does a sore throat mean?
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    • How many people die from a pandemic?
    • Is it safe to take vitamin C supplements?
    • What is a disease outbreak?
    • Can loneliness or isolation affect your immune system?
    • How long does the flu typically last?
    • What are the risks of fluoroquinolones and when are they not worth the benefit?
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