What You Can Do to Stay Healthy
Hot List: What You Can Do to Stay Healthy
According to the latest information the government recommendations to
avoid contracting swine flu include these simple steps. Of course this
is not an all inclusive list and some items on the list are impossible
to do — like getting a vaccination right now but here is the best
list we have:
Get vaccinated. Vaccination is the best protection we have against
flu. Seasonal flu vaccine is available now and initial doses of 2009
H1N1 flu vaccine also are available, with additional doses available
later this year.
Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through
coughing or sneezing of infected people.
Take everyday actions to stay healthy.
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not
available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Germs spread that way.
Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home from work
or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds
and other social distancing measures.
Find healthy ways to deal with stress and anxiety.
Stay informed. This website will be updated regularly as information
becomes available.
Call 1-800-CDC-INFO for more information.
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