Observing Cleanliness At Home, At School And At Work

The rainy season is here now and with it various diseases caused by viruses, the most common of which is the flu. Now that there is a new strain of the flu called AH1N1 or the swine flu, it becomes more and more fundamental that we observe cleanliness around the house and with our bodies.

One way to keep your house clean is to clean your fancy bathrooms and farmhouse sinks with a reliable anti-bacterial cleanser. You have a choice from among the popular brands in the market.

Aside from making sure your surroundings are clean, you must also wash your hands regularly. Our hands are the most often vessels of these viruses. Wash your hands with antibacterial soap or use alcohol is there's no water and soap available.

When you do feel a flu coming, be careful in interacting with others in your household, at work or in school. Use a mask and lessen your time spent with friends and family members. Infected persons must isolate themselves until they have been healed.

Most important of all, we must supply our bodies with Vitamin C to fight infections. Drink water everyday and avoid smoking and drinking alcohol so you won't get dehydrated.

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