What’s the most dangerous place over Christmas / New Year?
An aeroplane. Any aeroplane.
How many of us have caught a cough or a cold after being trapped in a
metal tube for hours on end, surrounded by flu germs, coughing passengers, and
the dreaded sneezers?
An unlikely source – the UK Institute of Sport – has just issued
guidance to athletes on how to minimise the risk of catching cold when
travelling to/from training or events.
Four pieces of common sense that, given the amount of time I spend on
planes, I can personally vouch for:
1) Choose a
window seat to reduce contact with potential germ-carriers – avoid being
trapped near the hurly burly of the ever busy aisle.
2) Avoid
seats near the lavatories. That’s where
all the people visit!
3) Disinfect
the arm-rests, seat-belt buckles and tables.
That’s where the germs live.
4) Drink
plenty of water.
Stay Healthy.
Season’s Greetings.
KR