Cold and Flu are hitting hard…Keep it out of the workplace!
It seems like the flu is going around heavier than ever this year. Check out some common ways to to prevent the spread of the flu this season.
Get Vaccinated
The best way to prevent the flu is to get the flu vaccine.
Avoid close contact
Keep you distance from people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from other to prevent them from getting sick too.
Stay home when you are sick
If you are sick, stay home from work, school, and other activities that expose you to others.
Cover your mouth and nose
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when sneezing or coughing.
Clean your hands
Washing your hands and using Purell will help protect your from germs.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth
Germs are often spread when a person touches a surface or object that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes,, nose, or mouth.
Clean and disinfect surfaces or objects
Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and objects that may be contaminated with germs like the flu can help slow the spread of influenza.
credit: cdc.gov