Stay Healthy This Flu Season And All Year Round

Assemblyman Cymbrowitz

Dear Neighbor,

Whether it’s dodging the H1N1 Flu or just avoiding the common cold, staying healthy is important. That’s why I have sponsored health screenings, talks and flu shots for the past nine years, in my community office. However, as we enter the cold and flu season there’s more we can all easily do to stay healthy. I have provided some “stay healthy” ideas on the reverse of this card.

There are no guarantees, but following the suggestions will greatly reduce your chances of succumbing to an illness.

With best wishes for good health.

Sincerely,

Steven H. Cymbrowitz
Member of Assembly

Wash your hands often; use warm water, create a lather, scrub all hand surfaces, continue for 20 seconds – the time it takes to sing Happy Birthday twice – rinse well, use a paper towel to dry and turn off faucet. When water is unavailable use alcohol-based wipes or gel sanitizers
Never touch your eyes, nose and mouth
Regularly clean shared spaces such as phone receivers, computer keyboards, door knobs, light switches, office equipment controls, steering wheels
Refrain from sharing personal items such as utensils, towels, toothbrushes
Use a tissue when you cough or sneeze and immediately dispose of it properly
Drink plenty of healthy fluids
Get sufficient sleep
Avoid people who are ill
Avoid crowds when possible
Stay home, and away from others, when you are sick
Get plenty of exercise; look for ways to be physically active
Eat nutritious food
Take your prescription medications exactly as prescribed