These preventative measures still work best when dealing with Germs & Viruses

Wash-your-hands-regularlyThe best tried and true way to prevent germs and viruses from getting you sick is to clean your hands with soap and water and or an alcohol-based hand rub properly – after all these years, it is still the best prevention.

With the threat of COVID-19 virus now, here are some everyday common-sense precautions you should follow from the CDC (Center for Disease control).

  • Wash your hands regularly.
  • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue, or your inner elbow.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with your hands.
  • Stay home from work or school if you are ill.
  • Stay away from people who have signs of a respiratory tract infection, such as runny nose, coughing, and sneezing.

Some other preventative measures may include:

  • Clean and disinfect surfaces: self check-out screens, self-order menu screens, toilet handles, elevator buttons, doorknobs, and railings.
  • Avoid crowded places – keep a distance from people who are coughing or sneezing.
  • Stay home and stay hydrated with chicken soup.

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