Preventing Illness in the Workplace
The changing colors, dropping of leaves, and cooling weather is a sure sign of fall. Coughs, sniffles, and sneezes start to increase following these changes, which is a reminder that the dreaded cold and flu season is quickly approaching. However, there are ways to prevent some illnesses in the coming months.
It is important to thoroughly understand infection in order to help safeguard the health of your family, friends, coworkers, and patients. The following tabs include information to help you learn more about infection and prevention.
The workplace is a common source for illnesses because there is increased contact between individuals.
Home Infection Prevention
People spend more time in their homes once colder weather returns; therefore, extra cleaning is necessary to help maintain the health of your family.
Holiday Hand Hygiene
The holiday season is a busy time of year, and the increased interaction allows germs to spread easily. With all the handshakes, hugs, and eating of treats, it is important to keep your hands clean.
Norovirus, commonly referred as the stomach bug, is a contagious virus that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Norovirus has symptoms similar to the flu, but they are separate illnesses.
Recognizing the difference between these illnesses is difficult, but understanding the symptoms of each makes identifying them easier.
