Cold and Flu Prevention

Cold and Flu Prevention  

*.Wash your hands often, with lots of soap and lots of water!Don't share washcloths or towels.

*.Use disposable towels instead of cloth handkerchiefs. If you’re in a public restroom, shut the faucet off with a paper towel and try to push the door open with your shoulder or use the paper towel to turn the knob.

*.Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you sneeze or cough. If you don't have a tissue, cough into your upper sleeve.

*.Colds are only caught from other people; during cold season, don't shake hands or touch surfaces and then bring your fingers to your nose or face.

*.Don't bite your nails; it spreads germs.*.Don't share food or drinks, even a taste.

*.When in doubt, hug instead of kiss, even if your heart feels otherwise!

*.Drink plenty of liquids, especially fresh pure water.

*.Get plenty of sleep. Go to bed early!

*.Cut back on sugars and alcoholic drinks.

*.Eat correctly, especially lots of fruits with high vitamin C content as well as veggies and grains which cleanse your system.

*.If you can, take it easy as soon as symptoms develop.

*.Stay at home if you are sick.