the other problem is some companies require a drs pass if you take more than 2 days off and I won't go see a dr just for a cold and most colds last 3-7 days sometimes 14. I agree with the not coming to work sick but some places - staying home is even more of a hassle at work. I also truly believe that we as a society have focused So Much on anti-bacterial products that we've actually weakened our bodies ability to fit off "lurgies" (love that word!). I do agree that eating right etc etc which we all pretty much seem to do and taking B vitamins to keep my immune system up has worked for me in the past - but each year with me is a crap shoot as far as winter and bronchial asthma! (climbs down off soapbox)