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What is a cold?

Last Updated: April 14, 2011

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The common cold is a viral infection of your nose and throat. A cold is usually harmless but it may not feel that way. Although more than 200 viruses can cause a common cold, the rhinovirus is the most common culprit and it is highly contagious. For more information, visit The Common Cold: http://www.extension.org/pages/The_Common_Cold

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