[untenured]

I’m no microbiologist, but I was long ago told that the simple fact that our nasal passages are much drier in the winter makes it easier for viruses to get into the body through the nose.

[familyop]

"I’m no microbiologist, but I was long ago told that the simple fact that our nasal passages are much drier in the winter makes it easier for viruses to get into the body through the nose."

Yes. Don't touch the nose without tissue, and don't yank out a nasal hair!

[catnipman]

“I’m no microbiologist, but I was long ago told that the simple fact that our nasal passages are much drier in the winter makes it easier for viruses to get into the body through the nose.”

indeed.

which is why this stuff works,i.e., restores dried up mucas membranes:

https://www.amazon.com/Vicks-First-Defence-Nasal-Spray/dp/B000LNEBO2