Breaking the Chain of Infection
Here are some common-sense tips to interrupt the chain and reduce your chances of spreading germs:
The most important is cleaning your hands. You can use hand sanitiser but the best way to clean your hands is soap and water. Getting your flu shot If you are over 65 , you can get the Prevnar 13 (recommended to get first) or the Pneumovax vaccines to help prevent pneumonia. Covering coughs and sneezes and staying home when sick are other important ways of stopping the spread of germs. Did you know coughing or sneezing into your elbow or shoulder is one of the best ways to cover your cough? At home, cleaning and disinfecting high touch surfaces is important. High touch surfaces are items like countertops, sink and toilet seat handles, computer keyboards or any other surfaces that you touch frequently with your hands.
Stopping the spread of germs is key to staying healthy. Interrupting the chain at some point on the link, will keep you healthier this year. Now you are an Infection Preventionist too!
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