Here’s how to avoid the flu this flu season—and make the season safer for others as well.
Scrub, Scrub, Scrub Soap and water. ceazars/iStock
The simple act of washing your hands with soap and water, and washing them frequently, goes a long way in avoiding flu germs.
Hands Off Good advise. VladimirFLoyd/iStock
It’s best to make a conscious effort to keep your hands away from your face.
Rules for School Sing the happy birthday song at the same time, it will make the small hands cleaner. HughStoneIan/iStock
Teach your kids about the importance of washing their hands, and the right way to do it.
Go to Bed Great reason to spend more time in bed. shironosov/iStock
Getting enough sleep is a big part of keeping your immune system healthy.
Work It Out We heard that one before. Crdjan.iStock
Those who are healthy and exercise the most were less likely to get a cold.
Cover Up Huh.., huh.. AlexRaths/iStock
If you don’t have time to grab a tissue, bend your arm and let it fly into your upper sleeve or elbow—not in your hands.
Giving Care and Taking Care No kisses, please. Philippe Huguen/AFP/Getty Images
Avoid getting up close and person with the sick person as much as possible—so sorry, no good-night kisses.
Surface Treatment Clean, clean, clean. Thinkstock
Germs can live on inanimate surfaces for a few minutes up to 48 hours or more.
This article was originally published on www.takepart.com , Oct 8, 2015. Read the complete article here .
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