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.
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