THE BEST WAYS TO PREVENT GETTING SICK DURING COLD & FLU SEASON

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Written By Thomas Duer
 
Blog Graphic: The Best Ways to Prevent Getting Sick During Cold & Flu Season. Image of a focused thermometer with a blurred out sick woman in the background.
 

It's that time of year again…school’s officially in session! And that means cold and flue season is officially underway.

At my pediatric practice, we set our watches to the ‘respiratory season” once school is in full swing. So how can you prevent getting sick during “sick season”?

Here are a few simple tips to feel your best this fall and winter and (bonus!) protect those around you.

Wash your hands graphic: Good hand hygiene is your best defense; wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water. Sing the ABC song slowly.
Stay at home when you're sick graphic: When you can, limit close contact with sick household members, neighbors, friends, and family.
Disinfect high-contrast surfaces graphic. Germs can survive on surfaces for hours, or even days.
Consider a mask graphic. Masking prevents transmission of viruses other than COVID.

Did this remind you to wipe down a popular household surface? How else do you stay healthy during cold and flu season?

Thomas Duer
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