There are several proven ways to reduce your chances of catching a cold. First off, you can try to stay away from people who have already caught a cold and avoid contact with items they have touched. Second, take preventative actions such as washing your hands frequently and not touching your nose and eyes if you do come into contact with an infected person or item . Last of all, you can improve your immune system by keeping your body healthy and strong in case contact with the cold virus still happens. Let’s delve into this area a little deeper as it is one of the key components of cold prevention.