Originally Posted by
ny biker
I had three colds this year, the most I've had ages, and all three came immediately after traveling. Hotels, airplanes, big tourist attractions -- they're all prime places to be exposed to viruses. The last one was no surprise since my brother started the trip with it. Fortunately I now always bring Cold-Eeze zinc lozenges with me whenever I go anywhere so I can start taking it as soon as the scratchy throat starts.
I hope this cold passes quickly and you're back on your feet soon, Emily.