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Is antibacterial ointment in nostril at all useful in adding defence against & stopping air borne germs like the flu? i know shot is better defense. unable to get.
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No: Antibacterial ointment will not help prevent a person from catching the flu virus. Just wear a mask like the doctors do. Masks can be purchased at any drugstore.
Answered 1/22/2014
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