Fantasy of Knowledge

Cold survived - then it is safe?
More than half of Germans think that a recovery from infection protects against new infections. This does not, but how does the infection with a cold virus does not permanently immune. There are over 200 different viruses that are considered common cold agents. The body has successfully fought just a virus that can theoretically follow immediately the next infection with another virus type. The best protection against new infections is to strengthen the immune system. And, through vitamin-rich diet, regular exercise and - if no disease speaks against it - a weekly visit to the sauna.

I have a cold or real influenza?
The "real" flu, or influenza, is spread through the so-called influenza viruses. It begins suddenly with high fever and malaise, usually with poor circulation. Many sufferers can specify in retrospect to the last minute of the onset of the disease! Unlike the common cold, there to protect against one influenza vaccination. This is recommended for all risk groups of the STIKO and must be refreshed annually. The influenza virus is that it has the ability to create ever new variations. The vaccine therefore needs each year to the strains of the coming flu season will be "adjusted. The main target group for flu vaccination, which is carried out in early autumn, are people who are older than 60 years, a chronic disease such as heart failure, lung disease, kidney disease, metabolic disorders, diabetes, etc. or have a weakened immune system. But even persons with frequent contact with patients such as hospital staff, for example, vaccination is recommended.