Fun Friday: Flu Keep Away

If you have not noticed everyone is catching the nasty bug called the flu. It is the worst epidemic seen by the CDC in years. Please do everything to keep yourself protected from the flu.

If you know someone is suffering from the flu here is a great gift to leave on their front porch for them. I'm sure they will need a little pick me up!


22 Deaths in SC read more........

http://www.wltx.com/news/article/216270/2/Flu-Claims-22-Lives-in-South-Carolina


-Denea Duran

Staying healthy in the fall

Fall Health Tips

This Fall season follow these tips to help you and yours stay in top health and be your best during the seasonal and all year long:

• Flu Shots - Check with your doctor or your local public health department to find out when the annual flu shot is available. If your doctor can give you the shot in the office combine it with a check-up. If your doctor does not give the shot check on local events for flu shot administration. You may also want to get a pneumonia shot also. Remember that the flu shot is recommended for all adults, especially those with a health condition such as diabetes or heart disease that makes them more at risk for the serious complications of the flu.
  (Also watch our web site in November for our OralFlu prevention remedy and other cold and flu remedies)
• Exercise - Exercise is important all through the year, but can help you get in shape for the winter months. If you exercise by walking outdoors, it may be time to locate other places you can walk that are protected from harsh winter weather. Indoor shopping malls are great places to walk and often have walkers clubs that offer discounts. With the days getting colder, take a few extra minutes to warm up your body and stretch your muscles before you exercise. Also wear a handkerchief around your nose and mouth if it's really cold to warm up the air before it enters your lungs.
  Boost your energy with Native Remedies Fatigue Fighter to keep you going all season long.
  
• Diet - Add all the fall vegetables to your diet. Many of the root vegetables are in season now and are an inexpensive and nutritious way to add variety to your diet.
• Drink More Water – You can experience dehydration even during the winter. Dry central heat robs your body and skin of vital moisture. If you keep hydrated your mucous membranes also stay hydrated, working much more effectively to filter our disease causing organisms.
• Sunscreen – Yes, even in the fall and winter months you should be thinking about sunscreen. If you're a skier, don't forget your sunscreen. The snow reflects the sun's rays and can quickly burn your skin. Don't let the cold temperatures fool you.
• Second-Hand Smoke - Watch out for the effects of second-hand smoke. During cold weather, you may find yourself behind closed doors and windows with a smoker. Avoid inhaling smoke and check your home for proper ventilation.
• Cold and Flu - Cover your face when you sneeze or cough, and wash your hands often to help stop the spread of the season's cold and flu germs. Get a flu shot if you are 65 or older; or if you have a chronic disease of the heart, lungs or kidneys.
• Hats and Gloves - Wear a hat and gloves when you go outside. The hat keeps warmth from escaping through the top of your head—a major source of body heat loss. And the gloves help prevent painful frostbite.

Also, be aware of Fall allergies. Late summer and early fall bring on another season that triggers allergic reactions. Outdoor molds become plentiful in the fall in gutters, soil, vegetation, rotting wood and fallen leaves. You can reduce your exposure to Fall allergens. For example, avoid being outdoors in the morning hours between 5:00 and 10:00 a.m. when pollen dispersal is peaking; avoid lots and fields where ragweed grows; shower and wash hair immediately after coming in from outside activities, and especially before going to bed; keep the windows and doors of your home and car closed.

Content Credit: http://www.holistichealthtools.com/fall-health-tips.html

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Fight the Flu

 

Don’t be fooled, influenza (or, the flu, as we commonly call it) is fairly likely to impact your holidays, as one in five Americans suffer from it every single year. According to Pride Staff, the flu, combined with pneumonia, is the nation’s 8th leading cause of death. So what can you do take preventive actions to stop the spread of germs and shield yourself (and others) against the flu?

• One of the first and most important preventive actions you should take is getting a yearly flu vaccine. Don’t know where to get one? Flu.gov has a flu vaccine finder that is very helpful!
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. No tissue? Aim your cough/sneeze into the bend of your arm.
• Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. This, my friends, is how germs are spread.

Those are the basics, but what about everyone else? How can you help others do the same? Try these actions:

• Encourage great hygiene among your family members and coworkers.
• Put up posters addressing prevention: how to stop germs from spreading, how to recognize cold/flu symptoms, etc.
• Identify local resources for flu shots and make this information available to coworkers.
• Stock up on hand sanitizer/anti-bacterial wipes and make these available to others.
• Wipe down all flat surfaces: keyboards, mouse, phone and common areas daily.
• Use hand sanitizer after shaking hands with others.
• Contact your office janitorial service to see if they offer any special treatment or processes to prevent the spread of cold/flu germs.

Don’t wait.

Sandy Hayden

Image Credit: My Home Remedies
Content Credit: Pride Staff

Fight the Flu

Don't be fooled, influenza (or, the flu, as we commonly call it) is fairly likely to impact your holidays, as one in five Americans suffer from it every single year. According to Pride Staff, the flu, combined with pneumonia, is the nation's 8th leading cause of death. So what can you do take preventive actions to stop the spread of germs and shield yourself (and others) against the flu?

• One of the first and most important preventive actions you should take is getting a yearly flu vaccine. Don't know where to get one? Flu.gov has a flu vaccine finder that is very helpful!


• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. No tissue? Aim your cough/sneeze into the bend of your arm.


• Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.


• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. This, my friends, is how germs are spread.

Those are the basics, but what about everyone else? How can you help others do the same? Try these actions:

• Encourage great hygiene among your family members and coworkers.


• Put up posters addressing prevention: how to stop germs from spreading, how to recognize cold/flu symptoms, etc.


• Identify local resources for flu shots and make this information available to coworkers.


• Stock up on hand sanitizer/anti-bacterial wipes and make these available to others.


• Wipe down all flat surfaces: keyboards, mouse, phone and common areas daily.


• Use hand sanitizer after shaking hands with others.


• Contact your office janitorial service to see if they offer any special treatment or processes to prevent the spread of cold/flu germs.

Don't wait.

Sandy Hayden

Image Credit: My Home Remedies
Content Credit: Pride Staff