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Wash! Wash! Wash! your hands and those of small children several times each day and especially before you eat or prepare food.. Keep your hands away from your mouth and face.

Young adults should refrain from alcohol and bar patronage for this reason.

Don't share drinks, food, eating utensils, tooth brushes, makeup with others, shaving or nail equipment with anyone Including family members.

Cover your mouth with your hand or tissue when you cough.

Avoid public water fountains (if these have to be used teach children the proper way to use them, make sure they are in good working order and clean. )

Avoid containers of ice, water or other liquids where several people are dipping with cups or hands. Wash your hands  and those of children frequently.

Do not share sports bottles or sweat towels.

Brush yours and your children's teeth 2-3 times a day.


Do not let children share candy, plastic toys that have not been cleaned properly, bottles, drinking cups, eating utensils.

Wipe noses when cold or allergy is present.

     Make sure these preventives are expressed to your day care provider or school.


T
he best ways to protect yourself or your child from these deadly diseases is to educate yourself on them and the vaccines to prevent them.

It is to late for my Ryan and the other beautiful angels who have fallen victim to these diseases but not for yours. Call today, your pediatrician, local health department, or family doctor. The CDC recommends and some states now require PREVNAR for infants and children. CDC strongly recommends MENACTRA for 11 year olds - colleg Menomune can be used for younger children.

Research these diseases and the vaccines for yourself, make informed decisions on protecting your child. Talk to your doctor. The choice is yours. The right one can save you or your child.

Education and vaccinations  are  the best protection.

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