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Prevention of Cold and Flu

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Prevention of Cold and Flu:   This is the beginning of cold and flu season. The flu is contagious and spread mainly through droplets made when someone coughs, sneezes, or talks. To avoid lot of aches and pain, follows these tips.

Ø   Wash hands – Washing hands frequently is the single most important way to stop the spread of flu. According to the CDC, about 80% of infectious diseases can be prevented by hand washing.

Ø   Cover nose and mouth – When sneeze or cough use tissues or handkerchief.

Ø   Disinfect – Cold germs can live on surfaces for hours. Consider disinfecting areas like tabletops, doorknobs, remote controls, and toys.

Ø   Go disposable – When someone in the house is sick, consider switching to paper products for a week.

Ø   Take care of yourself – Eat healthy foods, get enough sleep and reducing stress help prevent colds. Doing so may help keep immune system strong and more capable of fighting off a cold or flu virus.

 
STAY HEALTHY STAY BLESSED!

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