Low temperature outside the window is not a cause for illness yet. In the fact that we begin to cough and sneeze, it's not autumn that is to blame, but we ourselves - doctors say. Therefore, leaving the house, do not forget not only to put on a hat (beautiful silk handkerchiefs leave until the spring), but also make sure that shoes and clothes correspond to the weather.

"Reducing the temperature of the air is not the cause of the disease, unless, of course, we are talking about frostbite. This is a provocative factor. We get sick from bacteria or viruses. You can pick them up from the outside. For example, at work or public transport. Either the person himself is the carrier of the infection, "- said JustMedia. ru Deputy Chief Physician for Outpatient Services at the Central City Hospital No. 3 Anastasia Konyukova.

According to the medical officer, it is not enough to put on a hat, it is important that the whole body remains warm.

"Keep your feet dry. If it's raining outside, then wear either rubber boots or other waterproof shoes. It should be comfortable, so that the leg does not squeeze - blood circulation is not disturbed. - explains the expert. - Regardless of how much you move, choose clothes with the weather that "breathes". If you are an athlete or lead an active lifestyle, it is better to wear thermal underwear, which will keep the body dry.

And, of course, do not forget about the headgear ".

Also it is necessary to observe simple rules that will help not to get sick. For example, wash your hands more often so that they do not accumulate microbes.

"There are different methods of strengthening and supporting immunity. First, rinse the nasal cavity with saline or seawater. Secondly, be sure to wash your hands after visiting public places. Thirdly, you can put an inoculation against the flu, "the doctor concluded..