Preventive measures for diseases tell me …

Keep immunizations up to date. Follow recommended immunizations for children, adults, and pets. MORE Use antibiotics exactly as prescribed. Take them for the full course prescribed by your doctor, but not for colds or other nonbacterial illnesses. Never self-medicate with antibiotics or share them with family or friends. Report to your doctor any quickly worsening infection or any infection that does not get better after you take a prescribed antibiotic. If you travel internationally, get all recommended immunizations, and use protective medications for travel, especially to areas with malaria.MORE Keep Clean Wash your hands often, especially during cold and flu season. MORE Be aware of what you eat, and prepare foods carefully. Protect Yourself From Disease Carriers Be cautious around all wild and domestic animals that are not familiar to you. After any animal bite, clean the skin with soap and water, and seek medical care immediately. Avoid areas where there are ticks. Protect yourself from mosquitoes. Stay alert to disease threats when you travel or visit undeveloped areas. Don’t drink untreated water while hiking or camping. If you become ill when you return home, tell your doctor where you’ve been.

Keep immunizations up to date. Follow recommended immunizations for children, adults, and pets. MORE Use antibiotics exactly as prescribed. Take them for the full course prescribed by your doctor, but not for colds or other nonbacterial illnesses. Never self-medicate with antibiotics or share them with family or friends. Report to your doctor any quickly worsening infection or any infection that does not get better after you take a prescribed antibiotic. If you travel internationally, get all recommended immunizations, and use protective medications for travel, especially to areas with malaria.MORE Keep Clean Wash your hands often, especially during cold and flu season. MORE Be aware of what you eat, and prepare foods carefully. Protect Yourself From Disease Carriers Be cautious around all wild and domestic animals that are not familiar to you. After any animal bite, clean the skin with soap and water, and seek medical care immediately. Avoid areas where there are ticks. Protect yourself from mosquitoes. Stay alert to disease threats when you travel or visit undeveloped areas. Don’t drink untreated water while hiking or camping. If you become ill when you return home, tell your doctor where you’ve been.