Sneezing myths and facts16 January 2018
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Sneezing is an involuntary reflex that all humans have but we still understand relatively little about.

Following on from the news that stifling a sneeze by clamping your nose and mouth shut can cause serious physical damage, we explore some sneezing facts - and myths.

Weird things can make us sneeze

According to researchers, it's not just germs and pollen that can cause a sneezing attack.

Bright light, including sunlight, can bring on a fit of sneezing.