Flu and Cold: 5 Common Myths Exposed. As of: February 11, 2024, 7:00 p.m By: Laura Knops CommentsSplit Cough, runny nose, sore throat: There are many myths surrounding viral infections such as flu and colds.

But which of them are true? Colds, influenza and the corona virus are currently causing problems for many people. If we spend a lot of time indoors in cold, wet weather, pathogens have an easy time of it.