Melissa's Musings(My opinionated view of life)

Johns Hopkins Study Finds Chemical In Vegetables Helps Protect Against COVID-19

Time to stock up on zinc? - Harvard Health : As winter approaches, it’s time to contend with rising rates of cold and flu. An analysis of studies suggests that over-the-counter zinc supplements may be one way to make cold and flu season a bit easier. But how strong is the evidence and what else could help?

Q&A: Is the common cold really much worse this year? : Many people are reporting the "worst cold ever". But are colds really much worse this year? And, if so, what is causing it? We asked consultant microbiologist Fidelma Fitzpatrick to explain.

PolitiFact | 2019 coronavirus isn’t the common cold : If the current coronavirus were really the same as the common cold, why would it be causing some people to die, stock ma