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It is always helpful to use godly wisdom to avoid sickness. A few tips to use at church, home and work to avoid swine flu (H1N1) and colds are:

-          Avoid shaking hands when greeting others and avoid holding hands during prayer. Don’t think of precaution as an insult, but as a gesture of love to protect others and yourself from sicknesses that can be life threatening for some. Now is a good time for the church to come up with a different form of greeting, perhaps a bow.

-          Make sure communion is handled properly to avoid the spread of swine flu and colds. You want separately wrapped communion wafers and small individual wine cups.

-          Wash hands frequently. Carry anti-bacterial or alcohol-based wipes when out.

-          Pass up food, such as bagels or donuts, at worksites that have been left sitting out.

-          Avoid small snacks, such as peanuts and pretzels, that are shared at parties and holiday gatherings.

-          Wipe work areas (desk, computer, phone, etc.) frequently with alcohol-based wipes.

-          Wipe phones in conference rooms or any public setting with alcohol-based wipes before using.

-          Stay home if sick to avoid risking the health of co-workers and church members.

-          Do not share personal items, such as makeup, with friends or relatives.

-          Wipe home phones, remote controls and doorknobs frequently.

-          Teach children to wash hands often, especially before eating and after play and bathroom visits.

-          Keep young children from developing a habit of thumb-sucking and putting hands in mouth.

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