Apparently, the cold temperatures in winter really do cause viruses to be more infectious, because the lower temperatures "toughen" the "shell" of viruses, allowing them to survive much longer.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/20 ... 203401.htm
So it's not just our imagination, after all, and it's not just due to the closer confinement that often comes with cold weather.
Tex
Cold Temps Make Viruses "Stronger" :barbell:
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Cold Temps Make Viruses "Stronger" :barbell:
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