"After a recent dip in cases, we're seeing an uptick in flu activity right now," says Michael Glazier, MD, Chief Medical Officer and pediatrician with Bluebird Kids Health. But there are steps you can take to minimize the chance of catching or spreading the flu in your home. And these design tweaks will serve you well after spring finally arrives, too."
"In other words, if you have a sink near the entrance of your home, that's ideal, as, says Dr. Glazier, "handwashing when entering the home is a very effective deterrent to spreading illness, but often a difficult habit to instill." And don't forget your Covid basics! Recite the ABC's while washing (silently or aloud). Once you've hit the letter Z, about 20 seconds, you've washed your hands long enough to eliminate any lurking germs."
Flu activity has risen after a recent dip, creating renewed risk during late winter and into allergy season. Home design adjustments can reduce the chance of catching or spreading the flu and also mitigate allergens. Placing a sink or handwashing station near an entrance encourages immediate hygiene and helps prevent household transmission. Handwashing for about 20 seconds (use the ABCs as a timer) effectively removes germs. Design choices that promote airflow, reduce shared-touch surfaces, and make cleaning easier further limit infectious spread and decrease allergen accumulation, protecting household health year-round.
Read at Architectural Digest
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