Fall brings beautiful colors, cozy sweaters, and — unfortunately — the return of cold and flu season!
Whether you’re caring for children, working in the office, or keeping up with a busy family, none of us has time for a week on the couch with tissues and chicken soup. The good news? A few simple habits can help keep us all healthier. Start with your annual flu vaccine and other recommended immunizations, wash your hands frequently, cover coughs and sneezes, and get plenty of sleep, nourishing food and water. Fresh air and exercise help, too. Think of these everyday habits as small investments in your health that pay dividends all season long.
And here’s a reminder from your friendly chief medical officer: Taking care of yourself is also taking care of our Tamarack community. If you or your children are sick, stay home, rest, and resist the urge to power through or share those germs with everyone else! Return to usual activities when symptoms are improving overall and fever has resolved for at least 24 hours without fever-reducing medication, then take precautions for the next few days. If you’re at higher risk for complications, reach out to your healthcare provider early, as antiviral treatment can be time sensitive.
Let’s look out for ourselves and one another so we can spend less time fighting germs and more time doing what we love. Wishing our entire Tamarack family a healthy, happy season!
