Three strategies to fight off the flu, cold or Covid-19

Preparing yourself to fight off the viruses and bacteria swirling in the air include staying hydrated with water and unsweetened teas, and checking your medicine supplies to ensure they are not expired. — dpa

You may be stocking up on cough sweets and tissues if you are concerned about the respiratory infections currently spreading around.

There is more you can do to try and avoid getting sick, though it may not be possible to avoid all infections.