How to Get a Stomach Virus

Stomach viruses are a common illness, especially during the winter months. To avoid getting a stomach virus, it's important to wash your hands after using the restroom and after eating. Since stomach viruses can be contracted easily through touch, washing your hands and using a hand santizer when in public can greatly reduce your chances of contracting a virus.. Avoiding those who have a stomach virus may also help reduce your risk. If you contract a stomach virus, it's best to stay home and avoid other people to prevent the virus from spreading.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Anti-bacterial hand santizer

How to Avoid Getting a Stomach Virus

1. Wash your hands regularly after mealtimes or after using the bathroom. Put a small amount of soap on your hands and rub together vigorously for at least one minute. Rinse hands throughly by rubbing them together under lukewarm water. Pat dry with a cloth or use an automated hand drier.

2. Use an anti-bacterial hand santizer during the day when using a computer, touching doorknobs, or when using public transportation.

3. Do not share food or drink out of the same container as those who may be sick with a stomach virus. If a stomach virus becomes common in your region, avoid eating at restaurants until the threat has passed.

4. Disinfect surfaces regularly to prevent the spread of germs. Cleansers that contain bleach or alcohol can help reduce your chances of contracting a stomach virus.

5. Drink plenty of water in order to stay hyrdated and to help your body maintain its viral defences.

Tips & Warnings

• Get plenty of rest and avoid stress to help your body remain healthy.
• If you have symptoms of a stomach virus, contact your physician to make sure that you haven't contracted something more serious.

References

• Additional information
• Symptoms of Stomach Flu

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