What can Montanans do to protect themselves against pandemic flu?
The general public can do something now to prepare themselves and their families for a possible pandemic flu. You can: • Become more diligent about good hygiene. Washing your hands regularly is one of the best ways to protect yourself against any kind of infectious disease. It will become even more important during a pandemic, so it’s a good idea to develop the habit now. The same goes for covering your cough with a tissue or your sleeve instead of into your hands, and keeping your hands away from your nose and mouth. Get used to doing these now so they’ll be second nature if and when a pandemic occurs. • Do all you can to improve your health. The healthier you are, the more resistant your body is to disease. So it’s a better time than ever to quit smoking, improve your eating habits, exercise regularly, and get regular medical checkups and recommended immunizations. • Make it a habit to stay home when you’re sick. People should make it a habit to stay home when they’re sick, to avoid
