DECEMBER
Let’s fight the flu together! Your decision to get the flu shot or not goes well beyond you. It also affects the many lives you touch… Influenza is a contagious disease of the respiratory tract (nose, throat, and lungs) that can lead to serious complications, including pneumonia and the worsening of other chronic health conditions. Flu symptoms may include fever, headache, extreme tiredness, dry cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, and muscle aches. The best way to protect your family from new influenza strains is to get vaccinated each year. The top five most virus-contaminated areas in the home are: 1. Telephones (have you cleaned your cell phone lately) 2. Appliances such as the refrigerator and microwave 3. Faucets 4. Light switch and door handles 5. TV remotes Follow good health guidelines: eat right, exercise, and get plenty of rest to help boost your immunity to fight the effects of colds and flu. Wash hands frequently, do the elbow cough, and disinfect hot spots at school, work, and home. Treat the symptoms if you must, but avoid giving aspirin to children because it may cause a rare but serious illness called Reye syndrome. Enjoy a healthy holiday season!
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