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WHY DO COLDS AND FLU STRIKE IN WINTER

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Date: 13-12-2025

There has been a tiny coolness in the early morning wind for the past few days, a sign that winter is on the horizon. It is a common belief that, along with cool wind, winter also brings in coughing and sneezing. But why are we more prone to these infections during the colder months?

Here are a few reasons, as per scientific studies -

  • Common cold and flu viruses try to gain entry into our bodies through our noses. But our nasal lining helps to fight against the microbial intruders, which get trapped in the mucus. But the cold air cools the nasal passage and slows down mucus clearance, which makes us more susceptible to the viruses.
  • During winter, we spend more time indoors to escape the chill, due to which allows airborne viruses to spread easily from one person to another.
  • Studies also show that viruses can travel better in dry air. So in winter, as the temperature decreases, there is a loss of humidity, which makes the air drier and more favorable for the transmission of flu.
  • It also turns out that a person\'s immunity is not functioning as well in the winter months, because of which the virus is able to persist in our upper respiratory tract for longer periods of time.

Tips to Lower Your Risk of Getting Sick This Winter-

  • Practice good hygiene – Wash your hands often, cover your coughs and sneezes, and clean frequently touched surfaces like doorknobs and counters.
  • Build up your immunity – Hydrate, rest, and eat well so you’re not run down and your immune system isn’t already stressed.
  • Isolate when sick – If you’re already sick or not feeling well, stay away from others to avoid spreading germs.

We at Lichem Pharmaceuticals urge you all to follow the above-mentioned measures in order to enjoy a safe and happy winter. Lichem Pharmaceuticals is a PCD Pharma Company having a wide range of more than 200  products, ranging from tablets, capsules, and injections to  LVP, powder, soft gel, ointments, and oral liquids. Our Pharma Franchise is offered  'Monopoly Rights' for a particular region, which will help you to advance your PCD Pharma Marketing business. We deal in Pharma Exports and also offer Third Party Manufacturing and Contract Manufacturing services.