According to the Institut Doherty, the leaders of the prevention, treatment and care of infectious diseases, when it comes to protecting, team members and your loved ones against the recruitment of the flu, “ the preparation is crucial, being a vaccination a key measure, along with good hand hygiene, focus on air quality/ventilation and avoiding contact with non -ventilation.1
We asked Sharon Baydon, a national sales specialist: health, hygiene and safety in Winc to share their most important recommendations to keep it healthy at work this winter.
“The winter period involves an increase in cases of cold and flu. Consciousness and action are crucial to help minimize and prevent the disease, especially when it comes to workplace,” said Sharon.
1. Armo -s with the flu.
It is not too late to get the flu vaccine, available through local pharmacies or a general doctor (GP). Flu vaccines are available for free in the National Immunization Program2 For children under five, pregnant women, adults over 65, Aboriginal people and islanders of the Torres Strait of any age and people with certain medical conditions. While in Queensland, flu vaccines are again 2025 for 6 months and over 1 March to 303. This program is also available in Western Australia from May 1 to June 304.
“Some jobs even have flu vaccination programs in the site to help minimize pocket costs and interruptions in the productivity of the working day.
“To help -keep -your team members and those who surround you safe and healthy this winter season, prioritize you vaccinated as soon as possible,” Sharon recommends.
2. Practice good hand hygiene.
Door handles, taps, desktop surfaces, elevator buttons and light switches. Viruses and bacteria can live for hours on these inanimate surfaces. In fact, according to a recent study5The typical office desk houses more than 10 million bacteria, 400 times more germs than those found in a standard toilet seat.
“Frequently used surfaces contribute significantly to the transmission of viruses and bacteria. It is essential to maintain a good hygiene of the hand by washing their hands regularly and has soap and water as the diverse soft care dermawash aloe vera Wash for at least 20 to 30 seconds. In addition, Sharon suggests.
3. You have the basic items available on your desk.
In addition to an effective hand -handed disinfectator and a package of surface towels, it is crucial that the tissues are available and are easily distributed among employees. Not only can the viruses of sneezing people be transmitted in their hands and not to clean -effectively, but a discovered sneezing can turn up to eight meters, depending on the temperature and humidity.
“ Keep it covered and make the error immediately with white sorbent® silk silk tissues! The best way to avoid germs in the air is to cover a sneezing with a robust tissue and put it directly on the trash. This tissue is very soft, silky and hypoallergel.
4. Keep -you are active during the breaks.
Studies suggest that regular moderate exercise can improve immune defense, more than half the risk of respiratory infections and help combat common cold6.
“Simple activities like taking a quick walk during the break, opt for stairs instead of elevators, or even exercises while sitting on your desk can make a significant difference in your health,” says Sharon.
5. Keep -hydrated and make healthy eating options.
To help increase your natural defense system, it is important to eat well and keep it hydrated drinking a lot of water. Inappropriate hydration can also cause headaches, reduced memory and slower response time, which can make it difficult to perform tasks effectively.
6 Improves the quality of indoor air to combat allergies and diseases.
One of the smartest ways to protect staff is to improve the quality of the inner air in the office, as the viruses of cold and flu thrive in the dry air. A commercial air purifier can improve the air in the workplace by eliminating dust, pollen and allergens. Some may even help eliminate bacteria, viruses and other harmful microbes.
“It is known that dry air aggravates the symptoms of a cold, especially a stuffing nose. An air purifier can also help employees suffering from seasonal allergies by relieved associated symptoms such as cough, rough noses and itchy eyes,” says Sharon.
“But most importantly, in addition to the previous tips, I would encourage anyone who is sick to stay home to prevent the spread of germs and viruses!” Sharon said.
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