 In the News -
March 2008
Flu Prevention
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Joy Buffalo
Family & Consumer Sciences, Pulaski Co.
In late winter and early spring, it seems that the flu is everywhere. In
order to prevent from getting the flu, there are some good healthy habits
everyone should practice.
First, avoid close contact. Avoid contact with people who are sick. Viruses
that cause the flu can live for three hours on objects, and so, therefore,
things need to be cleaned and sanitized in order for those viruses to be clean.
Also, stay home when you are sick. If possible, stay home from work or even
doing errands, stay home from school, because other people do not need to get
your flu and the viruses that cause that.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. Inhaling
the large particles of respiratory secretions can make someone else sick.
Washing your hands often will protect you from germs. The simplest and
easiest way to prevent any type of illness is to wash your hands. Be sure and
wash your hands with warm water and soap at least 20 seconds and then dry with a
single use paper towel.
Germs are also spread when a person touches that which is contaminated with
germs and then touches his eyes, nose, or mouth.
Then practice other good healthy habits such as getting plenty of sleep,
being physically active, managing your stress, drinking plenty of fluids and
eating nutritious foods. Don’t get a false sense of security just because you’ve
had the flu vaccine.
Remember that these healthy habits can help you to remain healthy, even
beyond the flu season.
Announcer:
To learn more,
contact your county Extension agent, and follow the links in this section.
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