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Moisturize
Stay Moisturized harsh winter winds is drying to the skin.
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Drink more water
Stay hydrated to help keep skin from drying.
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Wash, Wash Wash
Wash hands frequently especially when touching door knobs, etc. and be sure to cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing..
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Off load
Know your physical limits when outside doing physical work! Snow is heavy and increases strain and stress on the heart. Have someone else shovel the walk way
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Substitute the sun
Get your daily requirement of Vitamin C either through food or supplement. Adults over the age of 19 require 75mg for women and 90mg for men however pregnant and lactating women require more as well as people who smoke.
The seasons are changing and fall and winter are soon approching. Protect yourself and loved ones from the cold by reducing the symptoms of the flu. Jeneen Hinkle BSN, RN gives tips on how to keep yourself healthy through the snowy winter this year.