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Avoid getting sick during the holidays
Drink plenty of liquids, booze not included
Sonia Aslam/Renee Bernard Dec 19, 2010 14:12:40 PM
Be the first to Comment  2 Recommendation(s) VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) - Nothing sucks more than waking up Christmas morning and realizing you have a nasty cold. But there are simple ways to avoid getting sick this time of year.   

Locking yourself away to avoid contact isn't quite realistic, so do what you've always been told. Wash your hands, cough into your sleeve and not in someone's face, make sure to drink plenty of liquids, booze aside.

Dr. John Carsley with Vancouver Coastal Health says stress is a biggie this time of year, ironically.  "Take some time to reflect a little bit during the holidays and make sure they have enough time for themselves.  That just means not overdoing it on some things."

And if you've got a case of the holiday blues, make sure to check in with your doctor for any advice.