Influenza is a seasonal, contagious disease that can have also severe consequences, especially for children and the elderly. The flu needs to be taken seriously: prevention is the best way to avoid falling ill. The following are some simple steps that help you fight the flu and other seasonal diseases.
1. Get appropriate vaccine There is a vaccine that protects you against the common flu. This vaccine must be taken annually but as there are several flu viruses, it only protects against the three most common ones. Vaccination is therefore only the first step in efficiently protecting yourself against the flu.
2. Wash your hands A simple but unfortunately often overlooked rule; to avoid viruses from spreading, you should wash your hands thoroughly, especially after going to the bathroom. The most common entry points for viruses are the eyes, mouth and nose. Try to avoid touching your face with your hands especially after you have touched public objects such as door handles, keyboards or controls. You may also want to carry a hand sanitizer with you to further decrease the risk of infection.
3. Stay home if you are sick Viruses are most commonly transferred from one human being to another. Physical contact or conversation can lead to germs spreading. When you start feeling the first symptoms of flu, stay home to avoid passing germs to others.
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