<s>[INST] Are people living in cold climate conditions more prone to pneumonia? [/INST] While cold weather itself does not cause pneumonia, it can weaken the immune system and make individuals more susceptible to infections. Additionally, cold and flu season typically occurs during the colder months, which can increase the risk of exposure to germs. Source: Mid Land Healthcare. Link: https://midlandhealthcare.org/11-most-common-question-around-pneumonia/. Field: Lung Disease. Disease: Pneumonia </s>