I n most (but not all) cultures, it’s incredibly rude to ignore a sneeze – it has to be publicly acknowledged with a go-to ...

From ancient plagues to polite reflexes, here's why we say "bless you"—and what other sneezeworthy phrases people use around the world My husband scream-sneezes. I’m not talking about just a ...

(WJW) – God bless you. Gesundheit. Salute. No matter how you say it, the meaning behind it is the same. A sneeze is your body’s way of removing dirt, dust and pollen or other irritants from ...

It can be triggered by bright light or eyebrow plucking. Historical and cultural responses to sneezing, like saying 'God bless you,' have roots in superstition and ancient customs. Sneezing ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: What is the proper response when an atheist sneezes, instead of “God bless you”? What about people you don’t know? I had a lady give me a hard time when she sneezed and I ...