The flu season has officially arrived, but, this time, we are also in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Which, by the way, shares many commonalities with the symptoms of the flu. In this article, we will dive deep into How To Prepare For Flu Season During A Pandemic.
Seasonal flu is not something new to us, in fact, the CDC estimates that last season 36-56 million Americans had a flu infection.
The issue is that our hospitals and caregivers are busy fighting the coronavirus right now, and we must take all the necessary measures to prevent both the flu and COVID-19.
The best we, as a society, can do to avoid the spread of influenza viruses while also protecting ourselves and our loved ones from the COVID-19 pandemic is to get the flu shot.
By getting the flu shot, we create herd immunity and protect the most vulnerable (seniors, pregnant women, children, and those with chronic medical conditions).
FYI, you can have the flu and coronavirus at the same time, meaning your body has to fight two viruses on its own. And the worse is that the flu can be deadly too. In 2019, it took 24,000-26,000 lives.
Along with getting vaccinated, there are other steps you can take to prepare for flu season during this pandemic. If you want to know them, keep reading.
Tips To Help You Prepare for Flu Season During a Pandemic
- Contact Your Primary Care Physician (PCP): Your PCP is not only able to give you and your children (over six months old) flu shots. He can also evaluate your symptoms (a fever, runny nose, cough, shortness of breath) and determine with the help of tests if you have COVID-19 or the flu.
By the way, if you are afraid of going to the hospital, you can ask your PCP to go to your house.
- Encourage Your Friends and Family: The more, the merrier. Motivate them all to get vaccinated so you do not transmit the virus to someone who may be part of the vulnerable population.
- Follow Current COVID-19 Precautions: As we are fighting two battles this year, you have to take the right measures to avoid the spread of coronavirus. They are:
- Universal Masking.
- Hand Hygiene.
- Physical Distance.
How Can The WoodLands Janitorial Group Help You?
As you know, good hygiene is essential to prevent viral respiratory infections, and both the flu and COVID-19 are viruses that cause respiratory illnesses.
The way viruses spread are through respiratory droplets and physical contact with infested objects and surfaces such as doors, door and drawer handles, and table surfaces.
We are here to make sure your space is as clean and safe as possible.
By using our services, you are reducing the risk of contracting the flu and coronavirus, not only for yourself but for those around you.
Besides, your workplace must meet some measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hygiene is among those measures, and if your workplace does not meet them, you are at risk of contracting the viruses.
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