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HOW TO AVOID YOUR ROOMMATES COLD & FLU...

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Wash Your Hands Often!
Cartoon-like character sitting on a couch in a lounge watching tv and getting fresh air. Spend Time Away From Infected Roommate as Much as Possible & Get Fresh Air!
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Sanitize Shared Items and Commonly Shared Room Facilities --Sink Handles, Door Handles, Telephone, Etc.

(BE AWARE: once a virus is expelled into the air from nose or mouth droplets it can linger on items or in the air for up to 3 hours.)

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Ask Your Roommate To Cover Their Coughs and Sneezes With A Tissue, Mask, Arm or Turtleneck of Shirt (shirt collar).  Throw away Tissues Immediately!
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Pay Attention To Your Wellness!

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