BE FLU FREE WHAT IS THE FLU FLU

BE FLU FREE

WHAT IS THE FLU? • FLU is short for INFLUENZA. • It is caused by germs called viruses. • It can make you feel unwell. 2

CAN YOU CATCH THE FLU? Yes, if you are near someone who has the flu, you can catch it too. Flu is spread by droplets through: • coughing • sneezing • touching things which have saliva or nose discharge from the person with flu. 3

CAN THE FLU MAKE YOU SICK? Yes, it can. You may: • Fever • body ache • have a cough • feel tired and weak • have a sore throat and/ or runny nose. 4

STOP THE FLU YOU CAN DO IT! 5

KEEP YOUR HANDS CLEAN Wash your hands with soap regularly, especially: • • after going to the toilet before touching your eyes, nose or mouth before eating after you sneeze or cough. 6

WASH YOUR HANDS CORRECTLY • Hand washing is very important. • It helps to get rid of germs that may be found on your hands. • These germs can make you very sick. 7

STEP 1 Rub your hands, palm to palm. 8

STEP 2 Rub between the fingers. 9

STEP 3 Rub the back of the hands. 10

STEP 4 Rub the base of the thumbs. 11

STEP 5 Rub the back of the fingers. 12

STEP 6 Clean under the fingernails. 13

STEP 7 Rub around the wrists. 14

STEP 8 Rinse well under running water and wipe dry with a clean towel. 15

WHEN YOU ARE SICK • Tell your parents or teachers • See a doctor. • Stay at home. 16

FOLLOW THE “SICK RULES” • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue paper when coughing and sneezing. • Throw used tissues and masks into the dustbin. 17

STAY SAFE AT MEAL TIMES • Do not share the same spoon or fork • Do not drink from the same straw or cup. • Use a serving spoon when sharing the same dish 18

STAY HEALTHY TO KEEP THE FLU AWAY • Eat lots of fruit and vegetables. • Drink lots of water. • Exercise regularly. • Get enough sleep and rest. 19

TAKE CARE ON HOLIDAYS • Stay away from anyone who appears unwell. • Make sure you wash your hands regularly with soap. • Avoid crowded places. 20

ENJOY BEING FLU FREE! Being flu free means: v. You feel healthy and strong. v. You don’t have to miss out on all the fun at home and at school! v. Your friends and family stay healthy too! 21

THANK YOU 22