General Information:
All citizens should take basic precautions to defend themselves against the flu. The following flu-prevention information is courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control web site:
1. Avoid close contact.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.
2. Stay home when you are sick.
If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.
3. Cover your mouth and nose.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
4. Clean your hands.
Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs.
5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.
Information is also available on the flu shot hotline (203) 276-4948.
Click to download printable flu prevention information.
Please call the Flu Hotline for questions/more information
203-276-4948
For the most up-to-date and critical information about the flu
please visit the Centers For Disease Control Influenza site
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