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7 Tips for Beating That Pesky Cold, Stat

Get over that cold quickly so you can go on living your best life!

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Try some over-the-counter options Get some pain relievers like aspirin or ibuprofen — they'll help with your sore throat and headaches. A decongestant — something to thin the mucus — is also a good bet. And you'd be surprised how much a good lozenge can help!

You won't feel better immediately, but it really will help you feel better faster.

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