Five flu facts you can flaunt
As the flu season approaches, it's smart for us to take a look at how it went in Australia because what happens Down Under is usually what we can expect, too.
The Aussies had a tough season, according to Global News, but it doesn’t mean we have to endure the same. Get the #FluShot.
And if you have friends or coworkers procrastinating about getting the shot, flaunt these five flu facts:
- Hey big spender, save a little dough: Canadians spend $300 million on
cold and flu meds each year. Get the #FluShot. - Yes, it’s serious: About 4,000 to 8,000 Canadians die of complications
from the flu annually. Get the #FluShot. - Do you work with children or the elderly? The flu shot is a safe and
effective way to protect you and those around you. Get the #FluShot. - Don’t give the virus a hand: The flu virus can live on your hands for up to
three hours, even if you had the flu shot. #WashYourHands and get
the #FluShot. - Don’t give them a home, either: Viruses live on hard surfaces like
countertops, door handles, computer keyboards and phones for up to
8 hours. Get the #FluShot.