Your GermBuster Toolkit

Tummy bugs Norovirus, flu, Cdifficile (Cdiff) and MRSA all have one thing in common – good hygiene helps prevent them spreading. Washing hands is most important - you just need warm water and soap. Alcohol gels do not kill some bugs.

But there’s so much more you can do and it’s so easy…

Good hygiene kills germs – top tips to stay well

DIY guide to germbusting in the home – simple steps to stay safe
Read our household germs factfile – be prepared to squirm
The six steps to washing hands
NHS hand washing video
Kim and Aggie’s home clean tips
Food safety tips

Don’t spread germs – spread the word!

Print out our campaign poster for your workplace or group – this you can spread around and share!
Print your own purse/wallet card to keep and share
Print this handy top tips card – stick it to the fridge!
Share this handwashing poster for workplace loos
Our campaign e-mail signature
 

Norovirus (sickness and diarrhoea)

• You can probably treat yourself
• Good hygiene can stop it spreading
• Don’t go back to work or school for 48 hours afterwards

       Norovirus leaflet
       Read more and watch an NHS video

Flu

• Flu can be serious for some people
• Most can care for themselves at home
• Good hygiene can stop it spreading

        Download our flu leaflet - what to do if you have it and how to prevent it
        Have the free NHS flu jab if you are eligible
        Read more and watch an NHS video – how to look after yourself when you have got the flu
        Check out our own flu page.  Flu and cold leaflet

Cdiff

• Good hygiene helps prevent Cdiff
• Over-use of antibiotics can cause Cdiff

Read our Cdiff leaflet –good hygiene can keep it at bay
Get well soon without antibiotics
Dr Penny Cillin – why antibiotics must be used sparingly
Read more and watch an NHS video 
 

Resources for schools

 www.e-bug.eu This website has:
• Classroom resources for primary and secondary schools
• Lesson plans
• Online games

Copy for school newsletters
Copy for school websites
Letter to Parents