Pneumonia – a common illness in winters

With winter, people start suffering from colds, coughs, and fevers. While most cases are that of simple flu, some may be of Community-Acquired Pneumonia, commonly known as CAP. People who develop the flu can sometimes develop Pneumonia as a secondary infection. Cold, dry air and the tendency of people to gather indoors nearby during cold periods enhance the likelihood of both airborne and contact transmission of flu and Pneumonia causing microorganisms.
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