How to protect your family from stomach viruses and flu this holiday season

As the holiday season approaches, the risk of catching stomach viruses and the flu increases, particularly with the rise in travel and gatherings. Dr. Donald Dumford from Cleveland Clinic emphasizes frequent handwashing, especially after touching surfaces, to prevent stomach viruses, which are highly contagious. While there is no vaccine for stomach viruses, getting flu and COVID vaccines is advised to protect against other illnesses. Hand sanitizers are less effective against certain viruses, making soap and water the best defense.