Always Bundle Up in the Cold? You May Still Get Sick, Expert Says.

AScribe Health News Service, February, 2008

Byline: Purdue University

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind., Feb. 25 (AScribe Newswire) -- Contrary to what your mother always told you, heading out into the cold without your hat and gloves won't guarantee a case of the flu later, says a Purdue University nursing professor.

Unfortunately, bundling also doesn't offer much protection from the viruses currently sweeping the nation, says Pam Aaltonen, an associate professor of nursing and public health.

"Being chilled does not lead to illness," Aaltonen says. "Colds and influenza are caused by viruses. They are equal opportunity infectors, which means you can get sick even if you always wear a coat and hat or if you live in a warm climate. In fact, there are only a handful of states that are not...

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