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Tips for prevention against any Flu

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Tips for prevention against any Flu: The flu is a viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs caused by influenza virus. Most people catch the flu when they breathe in tiny droplets from coughs or sneezes of someone who has the flu. It is also spread when you touch something with the virus on it, and then touch your mouth, nose, or eyes. The steps of prevention are the same for Swine flu as any other seasonal flu.


Ø   Frequent and thorough hand washing  with soap and water for 10-15 seconds.

Ø   Avoiding close contact with people suffering from cold and cough. 

Ø   Keeping frequently contact surfaces like phones, door knobs, table surfaces clean with house hold cleaners.

Ø   For the person suffering from cold and cough, cover mouth and nose with tissue paper or cloth.

Ø   Staying at home when sick, to prevent the infection from spreading.

Ø   Avoiding crowded public places.

Ø   Having proper adequate diet and water to keep immunity up and infections at bay.

 

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