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I have a sick family member (a cold)in my house and i really don't want to get sick near the holidays. how can i pervent getting a cold?

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Hard to do: If your breathing the same air (living in same space) it's hard to avoid. Try wearing a mask until they are no longer contagious. Clean all environmental surfaces (faucets, drawer handles, door handles, toilet handles) with lysol. Keep them somewhat isolated, if possible.

Answered 1/18/2017

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