Dear colleagues and students,

As Macau has entered the peak flu season, we would like to remind everyone to take personal protective measures. Please refer to Health Bureau’s infographics on “Preventive Measures on Influenza Infection or other Infectious Diseases” to reduce the risk of transmission and infection below for your information.

Preventive Measures on Influenza Infection or other Infectious Diseases

1) General Health

• Receive seasonal influenza vaccination
• Ensure self and family members have enough sleep everyday
• Have a balanced diet
• Exercise regularly
• Avoid smoking or drinking

2) Personal Hygiene

• Observe good personal hygiene
• Avoid going to crowded places
• Cover your nose and mouth with tissue paper when sneezing or coughing. Wrap sputum and mucus with tissue paper, throw in rubbish bin with lid and wash hands immediately. Cover your nose and mouth with your elbow when no tissue paper is available.
• Wear a mask when developing flu symptoms, taking care of patients or entering medical centers
• See a doctor promptly if you feel sick and stay at home

3) Environmental Hygiene

• Keep good environmental hygiene and disinfect regularly
• Keep indoor area well ventilated

4) Food Hygiene

• Pay attention to hygienic operation when handling food
• Ensure food, food storage and the cooking process are safe
• Handle raw and cooked food separately
• Cook food thoroughly to avoid gastroenteritis
• Store cooked food under proper temperature and reheat thoroughly before eating

Thank you for your attention.

Office of Health, Safety and Environmental Affairs

HSEO-H006/2025