Video: Sick? Take Precautions

What to know

  • Use this video and sample messages to share what people can do if they feel sick from respiratory illnesses, like flu, RSV, and COVID-19.
  • Videos are formatted for Meta (Facebook, Instagram) and X.
Format: MP4
Language: English (US)
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Sick with a respiratory illness? Take precautions to help stop the spread. (X platform)
Learn essential tips to take care of yourself and help stop the spread if you get sick with a respir...

Sample messages

For older adults and their families

Message 1

Respiratory illnesses can pose serious health risks to people who are 65 or older because immune systems weaken with age, making it harder to fight off infections. If you're 65 or older, it's important to seek medical care if you get sick. Learn why timely treatment is crucial to your health at https://bit.ly/4lWF8qA

Message 2

The older we get, the weaker our immune system can become — making it harder to fight off infections. So if you’re 65 or older, getting quick medical attention when you have respiratory symptoms is important for your overall health and well-being. https://bit.ly/4lWF8qA

For people with underlying health conditions

Message 1

If you have an underlying medical condition, do you know what to do if you get a respiratory virus? It's especially important to seek medical care if you get sick. Learn why timely treatment is crucial to your health at https://bit.ly/41LBfgX

Message 2

Certain underlying conditions can weaken our immune system — making it harder to fight off infections. So if you have a pre-existing medical condition, getting quick medical attention when you have respiratory symptoms is important for your overall health and well-being. https://bit.ly/41LBfgX

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Content Source:
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD)