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Health Tip
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends “Take 3” Actions To Fight The Flu
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Flu is a serious contagious disease that can lead to hospitalization and even death. The CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses.
(2) Take everyday preventive actions to stop the spread of germs.
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Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
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Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
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Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
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Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Germs spread this way.
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Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
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If you are sick with flu-like illness, CDC recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities. (Your fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.) While sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them.
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Take flu antiviral drugs if your doctor prescribes them/. If you get the flue, antiviral drugs can treat your illness. Flu-like symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuff nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue.
You can link to our flu health tips that include:
The Flu: A Guide for Parents, Prevent the Flu Everyday, Know What to Do About the Flu, How to Wash Your Hands, Cover Your Cough, Stopping Germs at Home, Work and School, plus Seven Steps to a Healthier Home.
And you can also visit the CDC’s website to find out what to do if you get sick with the flu and how to care for someone at home who is sick with the flu.
