01/12/2022
The doctor recommends four effective practices to keep illness at bay when you are away.
Get vaccinated
“If you haven’t already, get for the and ,” said Ostrosky, Memorial Hermann Chair at the medical school. “It’s safe to get both shots at the same time, so do this before you head out. Getting vaccinated is the most important thing you can do to protect yourself.”
Wash up and mask up
“Continue to your often to remove any contact with viruses and stop any spread,” he said. “Wear a in any indoor place with a lot of people. I do think it’s OK to travel by air, but do it with very intentional masking.”
Know when to stay home
“If you’re not feeling very well, you shouldn’t travel at all — not even locally,” Ostrosky said. “If you or a family member starts to have aches, sore throat, fever, or fatigue, stay home and contact your doctor for treatment.”
Go outside
“If the weather is good, I recommend holding holiday parties outside. This makes social distancing much easier,” he said. “If it’s indoors and crowded, occasionally step outside. You don’t want to travel back home with a virus.”