Influenza is an illness caused by a virus, is contagious, and usually appears in winter. Its symptoms are more severe than those of a simple cold. With the arrival of the first cold, it is important to take some precautions and when you feel sick, it is essential to identify the most frequent symptoms. At Zemsania Global Group we want you to learn how to tell the difference between the flu and the common cold as part of the Healthy Company project we are launching this year. We tell you everything you need to know about the flu. We share several tips on prevention and useful recommendations to get through the flu process in the best possible way. Follow these tips to prevent the flu and don't let it keep you away from the office!
How is a cold different from the flu?
That's why we share several tips to prevent the flu:
- Wash your hands frequently.
- Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing with a tissue and throw it in the trash after use.
- Be careful with cold and humidity, protect yourself well and avoid temperature changes.
- Follow a diet rich in vitamins and minerals, which allows you to keep your immune system strong.
- Do not share cups/dishes or any object used by a person with the flu.
If, even so, after following these tips, you still get infected, try:
- Drink plenty of fluids.
- Rest as much as possible.
- Avoid alcohol and tobacco consumption.
- Gargle with warm water and baking soda.
- Drink hot drinks with honey and lemon.
- Nasal aspiration with salt water or eucalyptus vapours.
And if after these tips you do not get better, consult a health professional and, above all, avoid self-medicating. You now know everything you need to know about the flu. If you want more information, you can find it on the website of the Ministry of Health.