Friendly Reminder: Do Not Spread Your Germs!

Let us all be reminded to stop the spread of germs.

• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or handkerchief when coughing or sneezing.
• Wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water.
• If water and soap is not available, clean your hands with gel sanitizers. Rub and massage hands until the gel is dry.

Teach your children not to spread germs. CDC gives us the fast facts why we need to stop the spread of germs in schools.

Approximately 1/5 of the U.S. population attends or works in schools. (U.S. Dept of Ed, 1999).

Some viruses and bacteria can live from 20 minutes up to 2 hours or more on surfaces like cafeteria tables, doorknobs, and desks. (Ansari, 1988; Scott and Bloomfield, 1989)

Nearly 22 million school days are lost annually due to the common cold alone. (CDC, 1996)

Addressing the spread of germs in schools is essential to the health of our youth, our schools, and our nation.

Students need to get plenty of sleep and physical activity, drink water, and eat good food to help them stay healthy in the winter and all year.

CCOHS offers more tips on how to stop the spread of infections and viruses and other good hygiene practices.

Here’s a funny video for you to enjoy!

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