Influenza cases in particular have skyrocketed, withmany months of flu season still to go.
No one is exposed more to viruses and germs than medical professionals serving on the front lines.
Get vaccinated against the flu (and COVID, too)
To Dr. Bailey, this ones a no-brainer.
This translates into pinpointed, targeted protection that can keep you from getting infected or hospitalized.
Over90 percentof doctors, nurses, and pharmacists get vaccinated against the flu annually.
Remember, it takes two weeks before full protection from a vaccine kicks in.
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Engage in frequent handwashing
Hand washing is imperative for preventing colds and flu, and the spread of germs.
There is, however, a right way and wrong way to do this simple deed.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
For that reason, experts at theFederal Communications Commissionrecommend practicing phone hygiene once per day.
To sanitize your devices, use a lint-free cloth that has been slightly dampened with soap and water.
Dont saturate your gadget with liquid or you could damage it.
And, this goes without saying, but dont attempt to clean it when its plugged in.
Avoid crowds as much as possible
Given the isolation of recent years, this one can be tough.
You never know when youll find yourself on a too-crowded bus, or around someone who cant stop coughing.
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After all, preventing yourself and others from getting a cold or the flu is all about effort.
As Dr. Bailey says, I personally have and will continue to observe all the above recommendations.
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