By
Kenneth Winkler, MD

Updated by Emily Ebenhoe, 2/8/2004

Updated by Andy Palmer 3/13/2008

Why should we study the affects of zinc on the common cold?

The common cold occurs very frequently and results in substantial morbidity and economic losses each year.  Adults experience two to four colds per year, while children may suffer from as many as eight colds per year.  The cost of the illness has been estimated to be over $2.5 billion, with an inestimable price in human suffering.  Researchers continue to search for new therapies for the common cold because no effective therapy has been well documented.  Researchers are examining the affects of zinc on the common cold, as a possible solution.

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