Now that the 2019-20 flu season has
begun, everyone needs to follow good health habits to lessen the spread of the
disease. It is especially important to
be careful around the elderly, as the disease can have deadly consequences for
them. If you have not already done so,
it is now time to get a flu shot, and if you have the flu or flu like symptoms,
please do not visit an elderly parent or loved one until you are symptom free
for 72 hours.
The Oregon Health Authority has some
tips to help decrease your chances of getting the flu or infecting someone else
with the virus starting by staying home from work or school if you are
sick. When you cough or sneeze, be sure
to cover your nose and mouth with a tissue and then throw it away when you are
done. Wash hands thoroughly with soap
and water and use an alcohol-base hand sanitizer when water and soap are
unavailable. They also suggest you avoid
touching your eyes, nose and mouth as well as clean and disinfect surfaces and
objects that may have flu germs on them.
The flu causes mild to severe respiratory
illnesses that can result in hospitalization.
Each year the virus kills thousands of people and those at higher risk
include adults 65 years and older, children, and pregnant women. Also anyone with a chronic medical condition
or weak immune system is at higher risk for complications.
MorningStar
of Beaverton senior living community offers 66
assisted living suites and 38 secure suites for memory care. Residents have 24/7 care and a wide assortment
of resort-style amenities to ensure their comfort and
wellbeing. Please visit our website for
details.
The unique mission statement of MorningStar of
Beaverton, “to honor, to serve, to invest,” sets us apart from other senior
living communities. Our foundation is built upon honoring God, valuing all
seniors, and investing in staff with a felt calling to serve. Dedicated to
creating a real home for residents within a beautiful setting, we encourage you
to see for yourself the finest senior living in Beaverton Oregon.
Source:
oregon.gov/oha/ERD/Pages/FluSeasonHasBegunGoodTimeGetVaccinated.aspx
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