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.

6. Isolate - and avoid - sick adults and kids

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If people in your life have the flu - stay away! Far, far away! And if someone in your house has the flu - look after them kindly and keep them home - and away from the community - to ensure you're not part of the flu-spreading problem.