WINTER RANGE
TIPS
avoiding a cold or flu
- Cover you mouth to reduce the chance of passing on germs
- Wash your hands every time you touch a tissue, sneeze or cough
- Avoid close contact - such as shaking hands or kissing - with someone who has a cold
- A flu vaccine is available and may help elderly people and those with existing health problems. High-risk groups, such as childcare workers and health professionals, should be immunised each year
- Regular exercise, a balanced diet and adequate sleep will help keep your immune system strong
towards a speedy recovery
- Vitamin C and Echinacea have proven benefits to help relieve cold symptoms
- Rest - get plenty of sleep and rest
- Drink plenty of fluids - this will keep your throat moist and replace fluid lost to a fever and sweating. Water is best, however juice and cordial are fine in small quantities
- Avoid tea, coffee and alcohol as they will make you more dehydrated
