To prevent fevers, you should keep away from the possible causes of infectious diseases by following some of these steps:
- Regularly wash your hands with water and soap for at least 15 seconds. If you do not have access to a sink, you can use alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth after direct contact with an infected person.
- Use tissues or your sleeve to cover your mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing.
- Wipe surfaces (door knobs, telephones, sink handles) with disinfectants.
- Avoid crowded places
References
1. Feret, Brett. APhA Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs: Chapter 6 Fever. 16th Edition, Washington DC: American Pharmacists Association, 2010
2. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. Fever. June 1, 2011. Available at: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fever/DS00077. Accessed on October 28, 2011.
3. Kaneshiro, Neil. Fever. January 1, 2010. Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003090.htm. Accessed on October 28, 2011.
4. Hirsch, Larissa MD. Fever and Taking Your Child’s Temperature. Available at: http://kidshealth.org/parent/general/body/fever.html. Accessed on October 28, 2011.
5. Kaneshioro, Neil. Temperature measurement. August 2011. Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/9961.htm. Accessed on October 28, 2011.
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