Jonesboro, Ark. — With cooler weather arriving and holiday gatherings around the corner, an NEA Baptist family physician is reminding the community to take precautions against the flu.
Dr. Logan Best, a family medicine physician with NEA Baptist, emphasized the importance of protecting health during the festive season by getting a flu shot. He noted that family events and group activities common this time of year can increase exposure to germs.
"Then as you’re going around kids and people from church, all the things that make this time of year fun also introduce a lot of exposure to germs too," Dr. Best said.
In addition to vaccination, he suggested following everyday hygiene practices, such as thorough handwashing, to reduce the risk of illness. Dr. Best also advised avoiding unnecessary face-touching and being cautious with high-contact surfaces like door handles and gas pumps.
These measures, he added, can help families stay healthy as they enjoy the season together.