Ugh. Flu season is now upon us. My kids have started the season with a cold that’s hanging around, so I thought it might be time for a refresher.

Ways to fight the flu based on tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

  • Avoid close contact with sick people. Keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick, too.
  • Stay home when you’re sick. If possible, stay home from work or school and avoid running errands when you’re sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing; it may prevent those around you from getting sick.
  • 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.
  • Practice other good health habits. Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious food.

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