Respiratory infections such as colds, coughs and the flu, affect the nose, throat and lungs. The germs (viruses and bacteria) that can cause these infections are spread person-to-person in the air or by physical contact. Tips to help prevent spreading germs or avoiding catching someone else's germs include:

Keep your germs to yourself:

• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue or your arm.
• Throw out used tissues in the trash as soon as you can.
• Always wash your hands after sneezing, blowing your nose, coughing, or after touching used tissues or handkerchiefs. Also wash often if you are sick.
• Use warm water and soap or alcohol-based hand sanitizers to wash your hands.
• Try to stay home if you have a cough or fever.
• See your doctor as soon as you can if you are feeling ill and follow their instructions.
• Do NOT share personal items, such as cigarettes, towels, lipstick, or anything that may be contaminated with respiratory germs.
• Do NOT share food, utensils, or beverage containers with others.
• Keep your immunizations current.

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