There are hundreds of ways you and your family can be exposed to the flu virus. School, daycare, work, and public places like stores, restaurants, and gyms are germ-charged environments that encourage the spread of the flu.

Learn ways to protect yourself and your family from the flu virus.

In addition to getting a flu shot, you can help prevent the spread of flu by:

• Washing your hands often.
• Covering your coughs and sneezes.
• Staying home from school or work if you are feeling ill.
• Cleaning common surfaces like doorknobs, handles, and keyboards.