Say NO to the H1N1 Virus! Prevention is the Key!

Taken directly from the CDC website, here is what you need to do to NOT get the H1N1 virus. Of course there is no guarantee, but with so much focus on the confusing and upcoming vaccine that is due out, I say that doing your best to stay well should be the focus. Here it is...

What You Can Do to Stay Healthy

• Stay informed. This website will be updated regularly as information becomes available.
• Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
• Take everyday actions to stay healthy.
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
  • Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
• Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures.
• Find healthy ways to deal with stress and anxiety.
• Call 1-800-CDC-INFO for more information.

Taken directly from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website:
http://www.cdc.gov/H1N1FLU/

Another maybe sort of new age approach for me...it all starts with the thought. Sometimes the mind doesn't know the difference between reality and make believe. Sometimes your physical body will follow the thoughts that your mind is feeding you! Keep thinking healthy thoughts. I really believe that helps! Get some rest, drink lots of water, all those things that mother always tells us. Stay well and good luck!