Infectious Disease Prevention: Flu
The Waterbury Health Department has information and resources to help citizens prevent or deal with illness from respiratory viruses like flu. Take Care Of Yourself by preventing the risk of infectious disease with these recommendations and resources.
About Flu
Reducing Flu Risk
The flu virus mainly spreads through the tiny droplets that people produce when they have the flu and cough, sneeze, or talk. These droplets can travel in the air and land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby. A person may also get infected by flu after touching a surface or object that has the virus, and then touching their own mouth, nose, or eyes.
To protect yourself from Flu, a vaccine is recommended – as well as these preventative measures:
Cough and sneeze in the elbow of your clothing
Wash and sanitize hands often
Clean frequently touched surfaces
Avoid touching your face with your hands
Avoid close contact with others
Waterbury Public Health Services Directory
Flu vaccinations can be scheduled at a variety of pharmacies and health care service providers throughout Waterbury.
