Wellness Wednesday emails are designed to provide you with simple tools, information, and resources to encourage positive and healthy lifestyle choices. As a proud recipient of The Healthy Arizona Worksite Award, The Be Kind People Project is committed to the health and wellness of its employees, friends, and family.
Fight the cold and flu this spooky season!
Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory disease that can affect anyone, but some groups are at a higher risk of developing severe flu-like symptoms that result in hospitalization. Every year, the CDC recommends everyone 6 months or older get the flu shot or nasal spray by the end of the month to protect themselves and others from flu viruses.
Let’s learn how we can stay safe this cold and flu season!
Healthy Habits to practice today!
While there’s no evidence that the flu shot or will protect you from COVID-19, it will help ease the worry of developing severe flu-like symptoms that may lead to hospitalizations. As well as preserve the resources needed for the safety and protection of our healthcare workers. Here are some other ways you can stay safe this season, in addition to wearing a mask and social distancing:
Habits to help boost immunity
Practicing healthy habits can help increase your body’s natural immunity. Here are some recommendations to give you a boost!
Tips to fight cold and flu symptoms
Let’s say, hypothetically, you or someone you know start to get those pesky cold symptoms. Chills, fever, sore throat, body aches, the whole packaged deal. What do you do? Well, here are some helpful tips to get you on the road to recovery!
Be a Kindness Shield!
Stay safe this season by practicing healthy habits and arming yourself with a flu shot! You can get a flu shot or nasal spray at your local pharmacy or public health department. Click here to find your nearest location!
If you cannot receive the flu shot, keep practicing healthy habits, and encourage those around you to stay safe. After all, we’re in this together!
It’s important to note that these habits will not prevent COVID-19 or the flu. These habits may give your body a natural boost to its defense against disease-causing organisms. Please consult with a medical health professional for the best plan for you!
Published October 13, 2021
By Krysta Flores, School Wellness Programs & Events Coordinator
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Send your ideas to Krysta Flores at krysta@bkpp.org.
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