The flu virus is contained in the millions of tiny droplets that come out of the nose and mouth when someone coughs or sneezes.
These droplets typically spread about one metre. They hang suspended in the air for a while before landing on surfaces, where the virus can survive for up to 24 hours.
Anyone who breathes in the droplets can catch flu. And anyone who touches the surfaces the droplets have landed on can also catch flu if they pick up the virus on their hands and then touch their nose or mouth.
Everyday items at home and in public places can easily become contaminated with traces of flu virus including food, door handles, the remote control, handrails, telephone handsets and computer keyboards.
So, it's very important to wash your hands frequently to prevent catching and spreading flu.
Comments
No comments have yet been made