Benefits Of Humidification For Colds and Flu

The World Health Organisation estimates that 1 billion people globally catch flu, and another billion people suffer from colds. Adults, on average, have 2-4 colds a year and children 6-10 colds a year, but this number can be as high as 12 for children.

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As colds and flu are caused by viruses, antibiotics are not helpful, and doctors recommend that treatment is symptomatic. This means you just need to treat the symptoms of colds and flu to gain relief while your immune system fights off the virus. When assessing the benefits of humidification, it has been found that humidification is a safe and drug-free way to treat the symptoms of colds and flu in adults and children; whilst at the same time preventing secondary infections from occurring. 

What’s the difference between colds and flu?

It is essential to know whether you just have a cold or the flu because the flu can lead to severe illnesses like pneumonia. Colds usually last a few days, while the flu will make you feel awful for anything from a few days or weeks.

Common Cold & Flu Symptoms

Common cold symptoms: include a sore throat for a day or two, runny nose, congestion and cough. Some children experience a fever when they have a cold, but it is uncommon in adults.

Typical flu symptoms: include a sore throat, fever (higher than 38 degrees Celsius and even higher in children), muscle aches and soreness, cough, headache and congestion. In some cases, you may experience vomiting or diarrhoea.

Why do we get sick in winter?

As the weather starts to get colder and winter approaches, you will notice cold, and flu cases will begin to rise. Viruses love colder temperatures and low humidity because it helps them live longer. Add lifestyle changes such as increased indoor socialising and activities, and you can see why colds and flu spread rapidly in the winter months.

Why is cold and dry air a problem?

The cold and dry winter air ruins your first line of defence against colds and flu by drying out your nasal passages and sinuses. Inside your nose and sinuses, there are tiny hairs, called micro cilia, which sweep viruses away to protect you from getting sick. For these hairs to function correctly, they need to be warm and moist. If they are dry, they can’t sweep viruses and bacteria away, which gives the virus time to replicate and make you ill.

What are the benefits of humidification?

Our wearable humidifier features our patented H100 filter that traps heat and moisture from exhaled air and disperses it into inhaled air. When looking into the benefits of humidification for colds and flu, let’s turn to our wearable humidifier technology. The mask creates a warm, moist and sealed breathing environment which protects you from catching colds and flu.

If you or a family member are already ill, the CDC recommends humidification for the symptomatic treatment of upper respiratory tract infections such as colds, flu and sore throats. 

Using a humidifying goBU wearable humidifier can ease nasal congestion by keeping the micro cilia moist, which helps clear mucous from your upper respiratory tract. Cold and dry air can worsen your sore throat, so using a goBU wearable humidifier can help ease the pain in your throat and help provide further relief.

Is humidification safe for children?

A study at the American Academy of Otolaryngology found that humidification is a safer alternative to over the counter cough and cold medicines, especially for children. The FDA warns that there is little data to support the efficacy of cough and cold medicines in children under the age of 4, making humidification the perfect solution for treating colds and flu in small children.

Our team at goBU created a child-sized application designed specifically to fit smaller faces. Now you can protect the health and wellbeing of your entire family with goBU wearable humidifiers. 

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To learn more about the benefits of goBU wearable humidifiers, simply visit our website. We also have licensing and partnership opportunities available with access to global markets aligned with global trends. 

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