The return of cold season has coincided with a surge in Covid-19 cases, and just as people are being required to stay home from work and schools if they have any symptoms of illness.

A cold begins when a virus attaches to the lining of your nose or throat. Your immune system -- the body's defense against germs -- sends out white blood cells to attack this invader.

Most adults recover from a cold in about 7 to 10 days, but a common cold can last longer in children. Most colds have three phases and symptoms can vary during each phase.

When someone has a cold, their symptoms usually peak in 2–3 days and start to get better within 10–14 days. The American Lung Association state that colds may last longer in older adults and ...

Colds result from viruses, not rain. However, being wet and cold for prolonged periods may lower your immune system, making you more likely to experience an illness like a cold. Share on Pinterest ...

The common cold lasts from 7 to 10 days for a healthy adult. The common cold usually isn't serious enough to warrant a doctor's visit. You should see a doctor if your symptoms get worse or change ...

In short: Allergies can’t “turn into” a cold, but they can make you more likely to catch one. Below, we’ll dig into the differences between cold and allergy symptoms and how to treat each.

Not to mention, a cold can feel a lot like COVID-19. But a true cold is typically harmless, explains Deborah S. Clements, M.D., a family physician at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital.