Health Information and Self Care Advice for Scotland

There are some simple measures that you can take to reduce the risk of infection.  However you can't completely eliminate the risk of getting swine flu.  

It is very important to ensure good hygiene  practices by frequently washing your hands with soap and water to avoid picking up and spreading the virus from surfaces.

Staying at home and avoiding crowds of people could help you to avoid the virus.

Always cover your nose and mouth when you sneeze, or cough, and dispose of your tissues regularly, by bagging and binning them.

Ensuring that you lead a healthy lifestyle will help you to be better equipped to fight off infection. Eating a healthy diet, that includes five portions of fruit and vegetables a day, and taking regular exercise, will help to keep you fit and healthy.

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