It is documented that there are around 62 million people and cases that happen with the cold and 1 billion cases are in the United States. The reason why it is so high is because any age or gender can get the common cold.

While it is a known fact that anyone can get the common cold ages 17 and younger and seniors stand at a high risk factor for getting it. Young and old are encouraged to take the proper vitamins and herbal supplements needed to try and build up their strength and heart. The common cold can lead into serious illness if it is not treated right away.

One way to stop the common cold from spreading is by washing your hands after you use the bathroom or before and after handling food. Each year the numbers seem to rise as a lot of people tend to not be looking out for themselves like they should be. There is not a known cure for the common cold yet but medications and over the counter drugs also help with reducing the amount of pain you are in when you have it.