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Tips to Reduce the Risk of Seasonal Flu

The single best way to reduce the risk of seasonal flu and its potentially serious complications is to get vaccinated each year. The flu vaccine is recommended for those over 6 months of age.

Here are ways to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses when you’re sick.

1. Avoid close contact. 
2. Stay home when you are sick. If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you’re sick. You can go back to your normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, both are true:
   1. Your symptoms are getting better overall, and
   2. You have not had a fever (and are not using fever-reducing medication1).
3. Cover your mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing. 
4. Clean your hands frequently with soap and water. Use hand sanitizer if soap is not available.
5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
6. Take steps for cleaner air.
   You can improve air quality by bringing in fresh outside air, purifying indoor air or gathering outdoors.
7. Practice good hygiene and other healthy habits.
   • Cleaning frequently touched surfaces, such as countertops, handrails, and doorknobs regularly.
   • Get plenty of sleep.

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