"Is Bronchitis Contagious? The Truth About Your Cough That No One Tells You"

Caught a bad cough and wondering if it’s safe to be around others? You’re not alone. One of the most Googled health questions in the U.S. is:

👉 "Is bronchitis contagious?"

Here’s the real deal:

There are two types of bronchitis:

🔹 Acute Bronchitis – Often caused by a virus. Yes, it's contagious!

🔹 Chronic Bronchitis – Related to smoking or long-term irritation. Not contagious.

🤧 How does acute bronchitis spread?

Through cough droplets, sneezing, or even touching contaminated surfaces. If your coworker sounds like a broken engine — keep your distance.

✅ How to protect yourself:

😷 Wear a mask if you're around sick people

🧼 Wash hands frequently

🍵 Rest, hydrate, and support your immune system

🚭 Avoid smoking or secondhand smoke

Bottom line?

If someone’s coughing up a storm, play it safe.

And if you’re sick — stay home and Netflix responsibly.