12/29/2025
Influenza is spreading quickly in our community and across the United States, shares RCH Infection Preventionist, Janine Sobin, and Employee Health Nurse, Kelly Musselman.
With that, they also want to share their knowledge so we can help keep you all healthy this season.
Tips to prevent or manage a case of influenza:
💉Get your flu shot. Even getting it now (remember it takes 7-10 days to build immunity) offers protection for the months to come.
🫧WASH YOUR HANDS. Before you eat, after touching any environmental surfaces, after shopping, etc.
🤧Use good cough etiquette and teach others cough etiquette.
😷Wear a mask in public places. Flu viruses stay in the air in two forms: larger droplets that fall quickly (minutes) and tiny aerosols that can linger from minutes to hours. An uncovered cough or sneeze by someone else could infect you.
🧻Clean frequently touched surfaces regularly in your home and car.
😴Get enough sleep and choose a healthy diet. Sufficient sleep and proper nutrition are critical for strengthening the immune system, helping to prevent the flu and/or reduce its severity.
🛌Do not come to work sick. If you do experience any symptoms, stop the spread by staying home as needed. Ask your employer regarding their respective policy so you are prepared.
https://www.rochellehospital.com/influenza-cases-on-the-rise/
