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Don't Spread Germs!

Avoid spreading germs

Even though you had your flu shot, inevitably someone in your office “forgot” to get vaccinated and came to work sick, spreading flu and cold viruses to everyone. Here are a few things you can do to help reduce the spread of colds and flu.

  • Vaccination against the flu is the #1 way to help protect yourself and those around you. If you haven’t already been vaccinated, don’t wait any longer—get your flu shot now.
  • Wash your hands often. Wash your hands several times a day for 15-20 seconds with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. The hand sanitizer does not have to be antibacterial.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth until you can wash your hands. Consider wiping down your work space with an alcohol-based disposable hand wipe.
  • If you get sick, stay home. Period. End of story.
  • Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Cough or sneeze into a tissue. If a tissue isn’t readily available, use your upper sleeve versus your hand.
  • See a doctor when you need to. If your cold or flu lingers longer than it should, or seems severe, call a doctor. Viruses can cause deadly complications so be smart, not just brave.
  • Avoid stress. Eat right. Get some exercise.

For more information or to speak to a medical professional about the cold and flu, contact MediNurse at 314-781-2800 or visit www.medinurse.com.

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