The recent swine flu or H1N1 epidemic that has caused a great deal of concern for people who plan to travel this year. The illness has also made purchasing travel insurance even more important.

To further assist you with information, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on its Web site, http://www.cdc.gov/, offers these precautionary tips on preventing the spread of the flu. Consult your doctor for more information or the CDC web site for up to date details and advice. Here are some quick tips that also apply to all flu and many other contagious illnesses:

Quick tips that apply to all flu and other contagious illnesses:

Avoid close contact.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.

Stay home when you are sick.
If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.

Cover your mouth and nose.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.

Clean your hands.
Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.

Practice other good health habits.
Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.

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Quick tips that apply to all flu and other contagious illnesses:

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