How to Protect Yourself from Deadly Viruses such as SARS, Ebola, and Swine Flu

Wash Hands.

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7. Disinfect Potentially Infected Areas

Public areas are especially dangerous as most viruses can live on surfaces for hours unless exposed to direct sunlight. If at all possible, avoid the following situations or take precautions:

  • Don’t ride the subway, buses, or taxis if you can avoid it. If you can’t, try to avoid touching handrails, handholds, and door handles or use a hand sanitizer immediately afterwards if you must touch them.
  • Cover an ATM pad with a tissue or use a hand sanitizer immediately after use.
  • If someone in your house is sick, wash all bedding, towels, and clothing in hot water.
  • If you are caring for someone in your house be diligent about cleanliness. Wash your clothes in hot water daily, wash your hands frequently, use separate plates and utensils for the sick person and wash them in hot water immediately afterwards or use the hottest setting on your dishwasher. Use antibacterial tissue paper.
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