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Is your irritated throat causing a persistent cough? Try gargling with salt water.

The salty water reduces inflammation and irritation, and if any infection is present, it can help clear it up.

The salt water also breaks down the build-up of phlegm in a post nasal drip.

Visit our Cough Centre for all your latest news!

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