What You Can Do to Fight the Flu

Good hygiene is the best way to fight the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu).

Here are some healthy hints from the CDC:

Try to stay in good general health. Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. If you don't have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or the crook of your arm, not your hands.
Dispose of the tissue in the trash after you use it—do not throw it!
Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze.
Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth, as germs spread that way.
Avoid sharing personal items such as drinks, towels, cell phones, iPods, etc.
The symptoms of swine flu are similar to regular flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills, and fatigue.
Keep your distance: Avoid close contact with sick people.
If you get sick stay home—do not go to class or work as you may infect others.

To learn more about H1N1 (swine flu), go to: http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/index.htm

More information and the latest updates can be found on the Student Health web site at: http://www.longwood.edu/health/swineflu.htm