With a second surge of swine flu on the way we reveal the most effective germ-busters

With experts predicting a second swine flu surge this autumn, we reveal the most effective ways to keep viruses at bay – and recommend the germ-busters every home should have

The cooler weather means more of us group together indoors and so are more likely to pass on viruses to one another

Swine flu cases may have been steadily decreasing over the summer – but experts are expecting a surge in new cases in the next few months.

The main reason is that cooler weather means more of us group together indoors and so are more likely to pass on viruses to one another.
Once released into the air via coughs and sneezes, some viruses can live for several hours on surfaces such as tables, doorknobs and desks, which is why keeping hands clean is so important.
Antibacterial washes and wipes will kill some viruses and are great for protecting surfaces against potential sources of tummy bugs.
According to Professor Wendy Barclay, chair of Influenza Virology at Imperial College London, there are some basic steps people can take to protect themselves from swine flu and other seasonal flu, coughs and colds.

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