If you can get some eucalyptus oil, put several drops on a handkerchief and breathe in thru mouth and nose as often as you feel discomfort! It will clear up fairly quick!
I have used this method to cure colds and the flu for 10 yrs or so.
I always find it interesting that the people who don't live in our great country, USA, are very critical of us! However, if something happens in their country, they will have their hand out looking to us for help!
RE: Uninvited Holiday Guests
Catman,When you have cats around, you will have "purranoia".