The holidays are a great time to gather with friends and family and celebrate everything the year has brought while looking forward to the future. Unfortunately, sometimes unexpected guests can crash our gatherings and leave us feeling unwell. The names of these unexpected guests: germs.
Due to the cold of the winter months, more people spend their time inside; making it easier for germs to spread. Thankfully, there are steps we can take to keep these germs at bay and ensure that we have a happy and healthy holiday season!
Tips to staying healthy during the holidays
Wash your hands
Washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds has been proven to remove harmful germs and bacteria.
Dress warmly
If you live in a colder area, be sure to dress for it. Wearing layers helps to keep your body at the right temperature and your immune system strengthened
Get enough sleep
7-9 hours of sleep per night helps your immune system fight off any germs or illnesses
Exercise
On top of its many benefits, exercising also strengthens your immune system
Avoid contact
Avoid contacting your eyes, mouth, and nose; all places where germs can easily enter
Stay home
If you’re sick, stay at home. This not only helps to prevent other people from becoming sick but ensures that less stress is placed on your body as it fights off the illness. If you have to leave, wearing a mask and keeping your distance between yourself and others also helps to prevent illnesses
Stress levels
While the holiday season is considered “the happiest time of the year” for many, it can also be very stressful. Relaxing and finding healthy ways to cope with stress keeps your immune system strong and your body healthy
For healthcare professionals, the holidays can also be the busiest time of the year, adding to increased stress, work hours, and late-night pajama time. With Dragon Medical One (DMO) and DAX Copilot, healthcare professionals can prioritize efficiency and focus on the patients. DMO and DAX Copilot work together to support physicians throughout the whole workday. Its AI solutions automatically document the patient/physician conversation and capture it directly into the EHR.
With these solutions on your side, you’ll be ready to take on the holiday rush, stay on top of your work, and provide the best care for your patients – all while ensuring you are able to relax and enjoy the holidays with the people you love.
Cheers to a happy, healthy, and productive holiday season!
sales@1st-dragon.com | 866-977-3324 | 877-272-8280
Want to stay up to date with the latest news from 1st-Dragon/CME?
Comments