One of the most effective ways we can stop the spread of viruses is to get plenty of rest and stay home to prevent spreading the infection to co-workers or classmates! In addition to adequate rest, do not hesitate to see your Naturopathic Doctor for quality care to help you cope with your symptoms and shorten the duration of your illness!
However, the single most powerful way we can all combat the flu season this year is to practise good hygiene! Wash your hands on a regular basis and avoid touching your eyes, ears, or nose in order to stop the spread of germs. Anti-bacterial soaps are not necessary and will only kill off good bacteria along with the bad. Simply wash your hands with plenty of warm soapy water for the length of time it would take you to sing “Happy Birthday”.
How will you know if you have a flu or simply just the common cold? Know the symptoms! Look out for signs such as sore throat, cough, fever, aches, chills and in extreme cases diarrhoea and vomiting.
What can you do to prevent yourself from getting sick? Start boosting your immune system now! Enquire about our Immune Boost Program and various preventative supplements. Don’t forget to ensure you get a good nights sleep, eat a balanced holistic nutritional diet and plenty of exercise!
In some extreme cases immediate medical attention may be required.
Signs to look out for in children are:
Rapid breath and/or difficulty breathing
Extreme irritability
Fever accompanied by a rash
No intake of water/fluids
In an infected adult be watchful for:
Any difficulty breathing
Abdominal and/or chest pain
Dizziness
Severe cases of vomiting
Confusion or foggy thinking
