TOP 5 Things To Get You Through The Cold & Flu Season:
It is that time of year again and the cold and flu season is upon us. Here are some simple tips that you or your loved ones can do to help avoid or recover more rapidly from being sick.
1 - Avoid People That Are Sick And Tell People When You Are Sick:
This is the most important tip on this list. Simply try to avoid infected people and, if you are sick, keep your personal interactions to a minimum.
If you are sick, let your friends and co-workers know that you don’t want to shake their hand or give them a hug, because you don't want to infect them. I have yet to see a person get upset from such a warning; in fact, they are usually quite appreciative.
2 - Keep Your Fingers Away From Your Nose, Eyes And Mouth:
People are infected with a cold or influenza by another person's bodily fluids.
If you shake the hand of someone who is sick and then rub your nose, mouth or eyes, the bacteria and virus can now easily enter your upper respiratory tract, and infect your body. So remember to wash your hands often.
3 - If You Are Sick, Wash Your Toothbrush Every Time You Use It:
Why does it seem to take forever to get over being sick? Because most people re-infect themselves with their toothbrush every time they brush their teeth! If you are not feeling well, be sure you wash your toothbrush with warm water and soap and put it into a small glass filled with fresh mouthwash that contains alcohol every time after you brush your teeth. Keep doing this at least a week after your symptoms are gone.
by Peter Shane
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