According to the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Influenza is spread from person to person through the coughing or sneezing of infected people. It is also possible to get the flu by touching an object like a door knob that has flu germs on it and then touching your mouth, nose or eyes before washing your hands.
How to Prevent the Flu:
- Get vaccinated. A flu vaccine is the best way to prevent the flu.
- Wash your hands. This helps to protect you from germs.
- Avoid being around sick people. You can get the flu if an infected person coughs or sneezes around you.
- Try not to touch your face. Germs spread when a person touches something with germs on it and then touches their eyes, nose or mouth.
- Practice other healthy habits. Get plenty of sleep, stay physically active, manage your stress, drink fluids and eat healthy.
If You Have the Flu:
- Stay home when you are sick. When you are sick, stay home from work and school to protect others from getting sick. Wear a facemask or handkerchief to cover your mouth and nose if you have to go out.
- Cover your cough. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and then throw the tissue away.
- Do not allow visitors. Ask friends and family not to visit while someone is sick at home.
- Take care of yourself. Drink plenty of fluids and rest as much as possible.
- Go to the emergency room if you get very sick. If you have any of the following warning signs, go to the hospital:
- Trouble breathing
- Blue or gray skin color
- Not waking up
- Worsening cough and fever
- Severe dizziness
- Confusion
- Chest pain
- Dehydrated
- Severe vomiting
- Visit the Philadelphia Department of Public Health
- Pennsylvania Department of Health Flu Questions and Answers
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Influenza Division Key Points
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