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Saturday, November 23, 2024

New York State Health Department - Learn How to Prevent the Spread of Respiratory Viruses!

Learn how to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, manage symptoms and care, and protect loved ones at the greatest risk of getting very ill:

 Get an updated COVID-19 vaccine

 Get an annual flu shot

 Stay home when sick and try to isolate from high-risk family members, if possible

 Practice good hand hygiene and teach young children to cough/sneeze in a tissue or elbow

 Consider air ventilation indoors or opening windows, as possible

 Consider mask-wearing when indoors or crowded settings for those looking for increased precautions to protect high-risk little ones 

Learn more: health.ny.gov/RSV

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