Preventive steps to keep Swine-Flu away

They say prevention is better than cure and now that Swine Flu is spreading like Wildfire in India too, we need to come up with some proactive measures so that we are not a victim of the deadly disease. Here are few things you can do to protect yourself from the virus.

Flu vaccination or flu shot he best way to prevent yourself from Swine Flu is to get flu vaccination or flu shot on annual basis.

This protects your body from getting infected by the disease void crowded areas Try to avoid unnecessary trips outside. Moreover, avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way. We all want a Healthy India.

Wash your hands frequently
Use the antibacterial soaps to cleanse your hands. Wash them often, at least 15 seconds and rinse with running water.

Get enough sleep Try to get 8 hours of good sleep every night to keep your immune system in top flu-fighting shape.

Keep hydrated Drink 8 to10 glasses of water each day to flush toxins from your system and maintain good moisture and mucous production in your sinuses.

Boost your immune system Keeping your body strong, nourished, and ready to fight infection is important in flu prevention. So stick with whole grains, colorful vegetables, and vitamin-rich fruits.

Keep informed The government is taking necessary steps to prevent the pandemic and periodically release guidelines to keep the pandemic away. Please make sure to keep up to date on the information and act in a calm manner.

Avoid alcohol Apart from being a mood depressant, alcohol is an immune suppressant that can actually decrease your resistance to viral infections like swine flu. So stay away from alcoholic drinks so that your immune system may be strong.

Be physically active Moderate exercise can support the immune system by increasing circulation and oxygenating the body. For example brisk walking for 30-40 minutes 3-4 times a week will significantly perk up your immunity.

10. Keep away from sick people Flu virus spreads when particles dispersed into the air through a cough or sneeze reach someone else's nose. So if you have to be around someone who is sick, try to stay a few feet away from them and especially, avoid physical contact.

Know when to get help Consult your doctor if you have a cough and fever and follow their instructions, including taking medicine as prescribed.

Wear masks on mouth People who are prone to diseases are recommended to wear masks on mouth and nose so that they do not intake the virus from the environment void contact with people suffering from swine flu
One of the most important preventive measure is to avoid contact with people suffering from swine flu.

Coming in contact with the infected person may lead you to catch the virus;
Properly handled cooked food
Although, the flu does not spread through food. But it is important to have properly handled cooked food. The raw food must be properly washed and cooked.