{"id":13534,"date":"2021-01-23T13:49:12","date_gmt":"2021-01-23T13:49:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/?p=13534"},"modified":"2021-01-23T13:49:12","modified_gmt":"2021-01-23T13:49:12","slug":"staying-healthy-for-online-classes-during-cold-flu-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/blog\/staying-healthy-for-online-classes-during-cold-flu-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Staying Healthy for Online Classes During Cold & Flu Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bryan University offers 100% online classes in six different program areas. Our career-focused programs let you jumpstart your professional life. In today\u2019s blog from <\/span>Bryan University<\/span><\/a>, we offer advice to help you stay healthy for online classes during cold and flu season.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Related Post: <\/span>Healthy Habits to Observe When Adding Online Classes to an Already Busy Schedule<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Consider Getting a Flu Vaccine<\/span><\/h2>\n

The <\/span>U.S. Centers for Disease Control<\/span><\/a> says getting the seasonal flu vaccine reduces the chances of getting the flu by 40 to 60 percent. Flu season typically peaks between December and February. Getting the vaccine sooner rather than later may help keep you from getting sick during flu season. Make an appointment to get a flu shot with your doctor or a flu shot provider.<\/span><\/p>\n

Limit Contact With Others<\/span><\/h2>\n

Stay home more often and limit contact with others if you can. This is especially true if you\u2019re sick. Of course, cover your mouth and nose in public places per local guidelines. Limiting contact with others can prevent the spread of germs, so make sure you observe social distancing rules.<\/span><\/p>\n

Avoid These Things<\/span><\/h2>\n

Avoid these things during winter months for better health:<\/span><\/p>\n