5 Ways to Help Prevent the Flu (and other viruses)

  1. flu handwashWash your hands, especially before eating, and after working on a shared computer, desk, or other item. Carrying a hand sanitizer (such as Purell) can be helpful if you are often short on time or water!
  2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Touching these after coming into contact with germs can allow the germs to enter the body and cause illness.
  3. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
  4. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. If you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.
  5. Wash your hands! It cant be said enough. Washing your hands (or sanitizing with a hand sanitizer) is one of the best ways to keep from passing and receiving viruses.