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Change your toothbrush every 2-3 months especially after you had fall ill because your toothbrush is a perfect breeding ground for germs.

Sunday, January 23, 2011

Say Bye! to Cold and Flu



There is never a guarantee that you will never be inflicted by the virus but there are preventive measures that you can take note of in order to increase the odds of staying well.

Colds may not kill you but it may weaken your immune system and may lead to other complications that link to your respiratory system such as bronchitis, sinus infection or worse pneumonia.

A flu that comes with a fever may be more severe compared to a cold and it may cause annoyance in your daily routine.

Ways to Avoid for Being a Flu or a Cold Victim:

Wash your hands often
Incidence of respiratory illnesses may be reduced by 45% (US Naval Health Research Center).

Get smart about hand-drying public toilets
People often fail to wash their hands after using a public toilet or even those who have wash their hands but was done without using the hand soap provided. After washing your hands, use the paper towel to switch off the tap and to open the exit door. Of course using a brand new paper towel for drying hands.

Get vaccinated
An influenza vaccine shot should be taken annually especially those who are working in the healthcare field and people with chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes and kidney problems.

Carry a hand sanitizer
A person may get infected by hand-to-hand or hand-to-object contacts.

Change your toothbrush every 3 months
After brushing, it may serves as a breeding ground of germs. Also advisable to change it after you had a cold or flu to prevent a reinfection.

Garlic is good
Garlic is known for its antimicrobial properties and boost up your immunity.


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