The flu season is upon us but it isn't too late to be vaccinated against the flu!  Call the Mankato Clinic at 507-625-1811 and make an appointment to get your flu shot today!

Take these everyday steps to avoid getting the flu:

• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. You can also use an alcohol-based hand cleaner.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.
• Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
• Stay home if you are sick until at least 24 hours after you no longer have a fever (100°F or 37.8°C) or signs of a fever (without the use of a fever-reducing medicine, such as Tylenol®).
• While sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them.