Simple Precautions to Help Stay Healthy

What You Can Do

The CDC recommends basic practices for decreasing the spread of germs:

• Wash hands often with soap and water. When not available, an alcohol-based hand sanitizer is acceptable.
• Cover your mouth when sneezing and coughing. If a tissue isn’t available, use the crook of your elbow.
• Immediately dispose of used tissues in the trash.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth where germs can easily enter the body. Keep cuts covered.
• Limit contact with individuals who are sick. If you are sick, avoid others during the specified contagious period.
• Visit your physician, if you do not feel well.
• Stay informed through reputable sources, such as flu.gov and cdc.gov. Don’t get caught in the media-induced flu panic.

Keep Exercising!

It is a known fact that exercise helps keep one healthy. Regular exercisers report fewer colds and other viruses. Working out also helps manage stress and anxiety, two culprits that lead to a weakened immune system.

Reminder

Please wipe down exercise equipment with conveniently supplied disinfecting wipes before and after use.  Hand sanitizer is also readily available for use throughout the Center.

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