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Pneumonia: When is a Cough Serious?
Human rhinovirus (HRV) is best known as the leading cause of the common cold, but a new study has confirmed that it can also infect the lower lungs, and cause pneumonia in adults. With coughs and colds rife right now, Dr Xand explains how to tell when they might be a sign of something more serious.
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