Description : My dad claims that you get swine flu from not wearing a coat, i thought it was a virus you get from picking up things with germs on them. which is true?
Last Answer : It is an old wives tale that you get sick from being cold. But, if you are sick, staying warm is important, especially for your lungs. Also, if you don't dress appropriately in general you are placing ... you, or you touch something that has the virus on it and you touch your eyes, nose or mouth.