During the cold and flu season, it's important to remember key ways to prevent the spread of germs, such as disinfecting surfaces, hand washing, and healthy eating.
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Your child could pick up the Flu virus, even H1N1, from contaminated surfaces. LYSOL® kills 99.9% of cold and flu viruses, when used as directed.
22 million school days are lost every year due to the common cold.
The flu virus can live on surfaces for up to 48 hours.
During the flu season, 59% of surfaces in home can be contaminated with the flu virus.
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Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective. 
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Water flushes toxins from your system so be sure to keep hydrated.
Maintain a well-balanced diet - give kids plenty of high protein foods, fruits, vegetables and vitamins to give their bodies the defenses they need.
Show children how to do the "elbow" cough and sneeze (using their elbows to cover their mouths instead of their hands). Or, show them how to cover their mouths and noses with a tissue, and then immediately throw it away.
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