Protecting Yourself and Others from Respiratory Viruses: Video Tips from Infectious Disease Experts
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Each year, millions of people are hospitalized due to respiratory viruses such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and those that cause COVID-19 and influenza. In the following videos, Johns Hopkins infectious disease experts offer tips to avoid contracting or spreading these viruses.
Identifying Symptoms of Common Respiratory Illnesses
If symptoms prove to be caused by a respiratory illness, resting at home with fluids and proper medications are vital to recovery. From there, it’s best to exercise a little patience before resuming normal activities.
When is it safe to leave the house after a respiratory illness?
Whether you’ve recently recovered from a respiratory virus or managed to stay clear, preventing spread of a virus is something everyone can practice. It is especially important during peak virus season in the winter months.
