How to Avoid the Flu

The Los Angeles Downtown News ran a story this week on how to avoid the flu.  Of course, the best advice is getting the seasonal and H1N1 vaccination.  In addition, the article advises...

Medical experts say simply washing hands can be a key step in cutting down flu transmission. Although washing does not destroy a virus, it removes it from the hands, thus preventing easy transfer to the eyes, nose and mouth.

Cough into your elbow or a tissue that can be thrown away, and head to the sink for another wash. Stay away from crowded places and sick people. Wipe household surfaces with antiseptic cleansers. If you are entertaining, consider plating food individually instead of offering a buffet, and set appetizers out in decorative cupcake papers so that people have individual servings and avoid sharing food touched by contaminated hands.

In downtown Los Angeles, H1N1 flu shots are available at Ralphs (at 645 W. 9th St), Central Health Center (at 241 N. Figueroa), CVS (at 201 N. Los Angeles), among other sites. To find more locations, visit FluShotLA.com.


Visit the Downtown News for the full article here.