5 Tips to Combat the Flu

Flu season is upon us! Getting your flu shot is so important. Not only does it provide protection to yourself against the flu, but it protects your families too. The flu shot is a deactivated (dead) virus and cannot give you the flu. If someone has symptoms of body aches, low grade fever after the flu shot, it’s a good thing. That means your immune system is responding to the flu shot that was given and is developing immunity.

A couple tips to remember to keep ourselves and our families well this flu season.

1. Disinfect the most common touched objects in your house. (Door knobs, light switches, common house hold appliances, etc.)

2. If you are running a fever or feeling under the weather, try to stay home. If that is not possible and you go into work (most of us are very dedicated to our jobs), then wear a mask for your shifts while symptomatic.

3. Wash your hands frequently and use hand sanitizer.

4. Say yes to the flu shot!

5. Stay well rested and hydrated.

No one enjoys being sick. Let’s try to keep ourselves, our co-workers, as well as our families well this winter season!!

source: Children's Urgent Care