Medical professionals encourage respiratory hygiene to maintain healthy community
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (KBSI) – As flu season approaches, medical professionals encourage everyone to prioritize respiratory hygiene to maintain a healthy community.
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center medical professionals say simple preventive measures can go a long way in keeping ourselves and our loved ones healthy during the fall and winter seasons.
To help reduce the spread of common respiratory illnesses, the hospital emphasizes the following practices:
- Cough or Sneeze into a Tissue: Covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze helps to contain germs. Be sure to dispose of the tissue immediately and wash your hands afterward.
- Wear a Mask if You Have Symptoms: Consider wearing a mask if you’re experiencing symptoms like a cough or sore throat. It’s a small but effective step to prevent the spread of germs to those around you.
- Practice Regular Hand Hygiene: Washing your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses. When soap and water aren’t available, hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol is a good alternative.
Integrating these practices into daily routines can help keep the community healthier.
“At Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, our goal is to promote the well-being of our community,” said Clyde Wood, Chief Executive Officer of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. “Practicing good respiratory hygiene is an easy way to contribute to a healthier environment for everyone.”
“I encourage folks to talk with their primary care provider about when to get their flu shot, and other preventative measures patients can take to stay healthy this flu season,” said Stacy Edgar, FNP with Regional Physician Services Primary Care.
Visit PrimaryCareAppointments.com/poplar-bluff or call 573-712-2546 to make an appointment with a primary care doctor.
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is located in Poplar Bluff, Missouri and serves Butler County and seven other surrounding counties.
