Common cold may protect against COVID-19, according to researchers

A new study led by researchers at National Jewish Health has found that recent infection with the common cold – often caused by rhinoviruses – may offer temporary protection against infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The research provides fresh insight into why children are less likely than adults to develop symptoms and could point toward new ways to reduce the severity of respiratory illnesses.

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