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York Region wants you to stay healthy this season. Here are a few simple and effective
things that you can do help prevent the spread of germs and infections.
1. Beat the flu bug and get your shot. Although the flu shot will not protect you
against avian flu, it may be effective against other strains. During the 2005-06 flu
season, York Region Health Services will be offering 38 community flu
immunization clinics across York Region. For more information on these clinics,
influenza A symptoms and debunking flu myths, click here. (link to current flu
information on YR site)
2. Wash your hands frequently and properly. Follow these easy steps for proper
handwashing:
1. Wet hands with warm water2. Apply liquid soap3. Lather hands for 20 seconds4. Rinse hands back and front5. Dry hands with paper towel6. Turn off taps with paper towel
Remember to wash your hands before eating, after going to the bathroom, after
blowing your nose, sneezing and/or coughing, after changing a diaper, and of
course, when they are dirty. A downloadable and printable version of the proper
hand washing technique is available for you to post at home, at work, and at
school. Click here:
3. Use proper "cough etiquette." Cough or sneeze into a tissue, and if a tissue is not
available, cough into your upper sleeve, not into your hands. And remember, to
wash your hands afterwards. Download and print your "cough etiquette" poster
now.
4. If you are feeling sick, stay home. Isolating yourself from your work
environment and others will decrease the possibility of germ and infection
transmission.
5. Maintain a healthy lifestyle. When possible, follow Canada's Food Guide to
Healthy Eating. A nutritional and balanced diet will help you stay healthy.
Maintaining your fitness and getting enough rest may also decrease your chance
of getting ill this season. For more information on achieving a healthy lifestyle,
6. Do not share personal items. Germs can be transmitted through sharing of
personal items such as cups, cigarettes, food, telephones, etc.
