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Health Tip: Think ‘Healthy’ During the Holidays
Wash your hands to avoid passing germs

By Diana Kohnle
Monday, December 17, 2012

(HealthDay News) — The holiday season brings family get-togethers, lots of food and, unfortunately, germs. But there are things you can do to help protect your health during the holidays.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention mentions these holiday health tips:

Frequently wash your hands.
Dress appropriately to protect against cold weather.
Practice safe driving habits.
Control holiday stress when possible.
Make sure you’re current on vaccinations and checkups.
Don’t smoke.
Eat plenty of nutritious foods and get plenty of exercise.
Keep older kids’ toys, food, drinks, household items and choking hazards away from young children.

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Swor Women's Care Dr MIchael Swor is the founder and managing OBGYN physician at Swor Women's Care. Posts and blog updates are provided with the help of his partners, Dr Jenny Lichon and Dr KASH, as well as other healthcare providers and staff in the practice.

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