Good infection prevention and control can help minimise the risk of infections including respiratory illnesses such as colds, influenza and gastrointestinal illnesses such as viral gastro. Infectious diseases can be spread in many ways, including by germs on our hands, spread when we cough or sneeze or from contaminated surfaces.
In addition to staying home when you are sick and seeking medical advice, actions such as hand washing/hygiene, wiping down surfaces to keep them clean and covering coughs and sneezes can help minimise the risk.
You can reduce the risk of getting sick or passing infections on to others by:
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, or handling food until you have washed your hands. If possible, avoid contact with others if you are sick and if others are sick, e.g. stay home if you are sick and seek medical advice.
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