Preventing the Flu


Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/preventing.htm

How Flu Spreads

The flu spreads in respiratory droplets caused by coughing and
sneezing. It usually spreads from person to person, though
occasionally a person may become infected by touching something
with virus on it and then touching their mouth or nose.

Adults may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before getting
symptoms and up to 7 days after getting sick. That means that
you can give someone the flu before you know you’re sick as
well as while you are sick.

The single best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine
each fall. There also are certain good health habits that
can help prevent the flu (see below).
In addition, antiviral medications may be used to prevent the flu.

Avoid close contact.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick,
keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick
too.
Stay home when you are sick.
If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are
sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.
Cover your mouth and nose.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or
sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
Clean your hands.
Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is
contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose,
or mouth.

Antiviral Medications
Antiviral Medications can also be used to prevent the flu. For more information, see Antiviral Drugs and the Flu.

Information from:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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