What else can families do to protect themselves from H1N1 influenza (swine flu)?
• Getting the vaccine is the best way to protect you and your family from getting this disease. • Wash hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Wash hands for 20 seconds, which is about as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice. Alcohol-based hand cleaners also work well. Keep in mind that alcohol-based products are toxic if ingested by children. (The amount left on hands after use is not a concern.) • Cough or sneeze into your elbow or upper sleeve. If you use a tissue instead, cover your nose and mouth with it when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash right after you use it. • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way. • Stay at least 6 feet away from people who are sick. Avoid crowds. This will limit the spread of illness. • Stay home when sick to keep from spreading illness. • All sick children and/or sick adults should stay home until 24 hours after they have no more fever (or signs of fever) withou
