05.08.09 What You Can Do

about the Swine Flu

 

 

Tips on How to Stay Healthy

The Center for Disease Control has provided the public valuable information to keep informed on the Swine Flu.

 

Stay informed.

Visit the Center for Disease Control Website (link) for updated information.

 

Take everyday actions to stay healthy.

Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.

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, especially after you cough or sneeze.

Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose or 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.