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I'm not ill ... Help me to keep it that way

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fudgecat · 05/01/2026 09:40

DH and 3 DC all have the virus that's doing the rounds. I'm ok so far thankfully but I'm due to have an operation next week and I'm starting to worry that if I come down with it will be postponed. Any tips on the best way to avoid catching it? I'm making sure I'm staying very hydrated and following sensible hygiene etc but at the same time im surrounded by coughing and spluttering family

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welshweasel · 05/01/2026 09:52

Wear a mask if you need to be in close contact, sleep in spare room if you have one, keep rooms well ventilated, use first defence nasal spray, take high dose vitamin c with zinc daily.

minipie · 05/01/2026 10:22

Coldzyme/First Defence. Lots of handwashing and distance. Are you able to sleep separately?

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