Lisa Berry

Is it worth it? Between New Years Eve, Valentines Day and St. Patricks Day, Americans find themselves in the middle of the most dreadful part of winter, but also find themselves in the height of kissing season. And while the idea of kissing season may sound cozy, it can be a huge stumbling block to your health according to pharmacist, Georgea Pasedis, who says we need to revisit a more conservative social etiquette for your healths sake when it comes to swapping fluids so freely, especially during the winter months. Studies have shown that just a 10 second kiss can transfer 80 million bacteria in addition to viruses. Some of the infections that can be spread easily through kissing include herpes, mononucleosis, the common cold and flu, gingivitis and cavities and more severe conditions including syphilis. And this isnt just a problem with lovers, victims could also include children being innocently kissed by grandma at your next family gathering! Fortunately you do not have to suffer if swapping saliva has se