Colds and respiratory illnesses are more common during the colder months. People stay indoors most of the time, making it easy for the virus to spread from person to person. People with low immunity may experience problems in cold, cold air. The problem with colds and coughs is that if one member of the family has it, it gradually spreads to everyone. Let us know how we can avoid this.
There are ways to protect your family from colds and coughs
wash your hands: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially after using the toilet. After blowing your nose or touching your face, if you cannot wash your hands, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Avoid touching your face: Cold viruses can spread from hands to eyes, nose and mouth.
Cover your nose and mouth: When you sneeze or cough, use a tissue or your elbow rather than your hands.
Stay home if you are sick: Stay home to avoid spreading colds to others.
Avoid large crowds: When leaving the house, maintain a distance of at least six feet from other people.
Use a humidifier: Due to low humidity, it can be difficult to trap and eliminate micro-bugs that cause colds and coughs.
In addition to sleeping well, be sure to follow a diet and exercise: Eat right and exercise: A healthy diet and lifestyle can help your body fight germs.
Get your flu shot: The flu vaccine is updated each year to protect against the main flu strain circulating that year.
Disclaimer: Some information in news stories is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you should consult the relevant expert.
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