From the Community Health Nurse

Winter is here, and I am sending out a friendly reminder and advice that will help get us all through winter in top shape!! 

There has also been an increase in the number of reported students and staff who are presenting with respiratory illnesses.   

 Most viruses are airborne diseases (RSV, Influenza, COVID-19 and Whooping Cough).  The virus spreads when people talk, cough and sneeze. Wearing a face mask can help lower your chances of catching the flu if you have any preexisting conditions.  

So this winter, please remember: 

Get Vaccinated 

Wash your hands

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth

Cover coughs and sneezes

• Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or use your inner elbow
• Put the tissue into a closed-top bin as soon as possible
• Then wash your hands with soap and warm water, or use hand sanitiser.

Stay home

Viruses can be very serious for some people, including young children, older people, pregnant women, Aboriginal people and people with chronic medical conditions – so it is especially important to keep your distance.

• If you are sick, stay home. 

Keep surfaces clean

Clean your home and work surfaces regularly to help get rid of germs. 

Amelia Hardwick, Community Health Nurse