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If you get the flu, you’ll likely experience a high fever, sore throat, cough, and lots of aches and pains. You might feel like you don’t need to see a doctor, and opt to treat yourself with extra rest and fluids. But in certain cases, seeing a doctor will help you get better faster and prevent major complications. We have a few simple tips to manage the common cold or flu this winter. SORE THROAT
scratchy, dry throat and aids cilia movement, which helps the immune system fight infection, especially during cold and flu season. RUNNY NOSE/SNEEZING There’s No Need to Over-clean When kids are sniffling due to cold or allergy symptoms, it’s smart to keep common areas clean. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases in the United States found that rhinoviruses (cold germs) can only survive a maximum of three hours on inanimate objects and human skin. So, while cleaning often is important, over-cleaning might not help you avoid getting a cold or flu.
Humidify the Air Indoors Humidifiers, increase moisture in the air, HEAD CONGESTION which helps provide overall comfort and can help clear secretions, soothe airways, Spice It Up to Unclog Your Nose and reduce coughs. Moist air also can asBring on the cayenne! Eating spicy foods sist in minimizing the feeling of having a can make your nose run. A runny nose 2020 • I SSUE 2 1 8
