What everyday steps can I take to stop the spread of germs?
There are steps you can take in your daily life to help protect you from getting the flu.
Wash your hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Germs spread this way.
Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
Practice good health habits. Get plenty of sleep and exercise, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat healthy food.
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
If you are sick with flu-like illness, stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone without the use of fever-reducing medicine.
Local Clinics
The Lydia Pinkham Memorial Clinic
250 Derby Street
Salem, MA 01970
978-744-3288
Open Tues. & Thurs. 1pm-4pm
Free vaccinations for children up to 21 years of age
A Doctor is available on Thursdays for examinations
No appointment is needed
North Shore Community Health Center
47 Congress Street
Salem, MA 01970
978-744-8388
Open Mon. - Fri. 8:30am - 5:00pm
Flu information
Vaccination Clinics
The Board of Health Staff will be updating this page as we get more information on vaccine availablity.
updated 2/6/13
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