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Today, co-hosts Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey discuss the flu season and our seniors. You’ll find many of their tips apply to all of us. Below you will find a list for quick reference of signs to watch for, ideas to reduce your odds, or ways to prevent getting the flu. You’ll also get tips to prevent you from giving the flu to others. Learn about other things you may not have considered regarding flu season, as well as things to have on hand so you are prepared if you or a loved one gets the flu.

Signs of the Flu to Watch For

Fever

Chills

Cough

Sore throat

Nasal Congestion

Runny or Stuffy Nose

Muscle or Body Aches

Head Aches

Fatigue or Feeling Unusually Tired

Vomiting

Diarrhea

Shortness of Breath

Chest Discomfort

Confusion

Severe Weaknesses

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Ideas to Prevent Getting the Flu

Watching your hands

Covering your Mouth and Nose When Coughing or Sneezing

Be careful touching things like door nobs

         Use a Paper Towel, Napkin, Tissue, Gloves, or Even Your Sleeve

Don’t Touch Your Face

Keep Hands Away From Your Eyes, Nose, and Mouth

Smile

Stay Positive

Eat Healthy

Exercise

Consider Taking Supplements or Medications to Minimize or Avoid Symptoms or Severity  – Talk with Your Doctor

Discuss Your Beliefs About Prevention and Spreading Disease – Know What You Are Comfortable with

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Ideas To Prevent Spreading the Flu to Others

Stay Home

If You Go Out When You Are Symptomatic

Don’t Shake Hands

Let Others Know You’re Symptomatic

Use Hand Sanitizer

Keep Small Kids Away From the Elderly if They Have Been Around Others Who Are Sick

Wear a Mask or Gloves to Protect Yourself or OthersKeep Antibacterial

Other Things to Consider

Do You Have Other Conditions that Put You at High Risk

Are there Contraindications You Should Consider?

Consider Updating Your Healthcare Directives, Power of Attorney, and Will. A Minor illness can Take a Turn

Be Prepared for the Flu Season – Have Things on Hand

Kleenex

Supplements

Medications

Chicken Noodle Soup

Beverages with Electrolytes

Thermometer

Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey co-host and produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L.  Visit their website at https://consciouscaregivingll.com/  or contact them at https://consciouscaregivingll.com/#contact.

To learn more about Lance and Lori, you can visit their websites. Lance’s websites at All Home Care Matters or  Lance A. Slatton or Lori’s websites at Alzheimer’s Speaks or Dementia Map

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