Since the holidays are full of traveling to visits friends and family, and with so many visitors popping in and out of our own home, it’s important to know how we can keep help keep our families healthier this season during peak cold and flu season. To keep the season merry and bright, it’s important to understand how germs spread and which products to use when tackling holiday messes.
*Clorox found that amid the chaos of entertaining guests, only 42% of women always find time to disinfect and help prevent the spread of cold and flu. Also, most women are disinfecting after guests leave vs. before they arrive. (Kind of gross!)
Keep an eye out for germ hot spots & be sure to disinfect the following:
- Refrigerator and microwave door handles
- Light switches
- Phone receivers
- Doorknobs
- Kitchen and bathroom faucets
- Toilet handles
4 quick preventative measures:
- Get the flu vaccine
- Do the elbow cough and wash your hands often with soap and water
- Try to avoid contact with sick people and stay home if you are sick with flu-like illness
- use disinfecting wipes on frequently touched surfaces
Disinfecting doesn’t have to be a huge chore and Moms can keep the merriment going throughout the season by following the tips in the graphic below to help keep their families healthier this holiday season. With so many visitors in and out of the house and all entertaining, the holidays are the most important time of the year to help keep your loved ones happy and healthier.
The tips and suggestions in this article were provided by The Clorox Company
