7 things you can do to help keep your family safe from the flu

With many families closely watching news reports of serious flu cases – and even tragic fatalities – it’s a good time to brush up on some basic flu-fighting tips in the hopes of keeping everybody safe.

The highly contagious flu is a type of viral infection, spread by contact with fluids from coughs and sneezes. It can lead to life-threatening complications, like pneumonia, and is obviously best avoided. Here’s some flu-busting tips, in the hopes of doing just that.

4. Wash your hands thoroughly - and often

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Again with the hand washing, but it's a surefire way to reduce infection and may well keep your family flu-free. Off you go!