You notice that many of your classmates are sick with common colds and flu during your midterm season. The higher rate of infections you are witnessing is triggered by cortisol.

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Cortisol, a stress hormone, can suppress the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to infections like common colds and flu, especially during high-stress periods such as midterm season.

You Notice That Many of Your Classmates Are Sick with Common