Don’t Take a Chance with Your Health – Get Vaccinated for Flu Season
September 7, 2020
It is hard to believe that in the coming weeks, the temperature will begin its downward trend, and the fall season will already be upon us. This also means that flu season is just around the corner – a period which usually peaks between December and February, but can last as late as May.
- Washing your hands regularly with soap and water for 20 seconds, or using a hand sanitizer that is at least 60 percent alcohol-based;
- Avoiding touching your eyes, nose, and mouth;
- Avoiding sharing food, cups, or eating utensils;
- Regularly disinfecting your home and belongings, such as door knobs, light switches, children’s toys, and play areas;
- Staying home from school or work if you are sick to prevent the spread of germs;
- Covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing with a tissue, your sleeve, or elbow — NOT your bare hands;
- Calling Saint Mary’s or your primary care provider with any questions.
- Implementing universal masking for patients, providers, employees, visitors, and anyone else entering our facility;
- Setting up stations stocked with alcohol-based sanitizers, tissues and hands-free trash cans throughout our facility ;
- Enhancing our already stringent cleaning and disinfection protocols;
- Encouraging all patients, staff, and visitors to get their flu vaccination;
- Providing educational materials to all visitors about everyday preventive actions;
- Limiting visitation hours to help limit the spread of infection.