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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Abiodun Akanmode,M.D.[2]

Overview

Cough is needed for clearing the airways of unwanted secretions.

Avoiding smoking, areas with air pollution, and proper hand hygienic practices can prevent one from acquiring cough due to other causes.