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Tips of the Week

To reduce the chances of getting a cold or flu:

• Wash hands frequently, with soap and water.
• Limit hand contact with your face, nose, mouth and eyes.
• Take steps to boost your immune system.
• Limit your exposure to people who are sick and closed area with poor ventilation.
• Keep mucus membrane moist. Drink extra liquids and use a humidifier to maintain a humid environment.
• Use virus killing disinfectants to clean surfaces that may be contaminated.

If you get a cold or flu:

• Stay warm, hydrated and rested.
• Allow your body time to heal and rejuvenate.
• Drink plenty of water, fruit juices and warm soups.
• Cut back on smoking and avoid secondhand smoke.
• Sneeze or cough into a facial tissue and throw them away after use. Avoid using handkerchiefs.
• Take medications as needed to help reduce symptoms.
• See your health care provider if symptoms do not resolve within two or three weeks of if your overall health condition worsens.