Help Stop the Spread of Viruses
Help prevent the spread of the flu and other respiratory viruses by taking these simple actions every day.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- In addition to soap, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
- Cover your cough or sneeze into your elbow or a tissue.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
- Stay away from people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Clean and disinfect objects and surfaces regularly.
- If you are sick, call your doctor and ask what you should do.
For more information, visit ldh.la.gov.
