Old Farmer's Almanac Provides Avoidance Tips.

• Position: COLD AND FLU SEASON

On top of a pandemic, we still have cold/flu season to worry about. The Old Farmer's 2021 Almanac has identified ways to lessen the chances of getting one or both of these, plus tips on exactly how and when to wash your hands.

Time-tested tips for fighting colds and the flu:

* Wash your hands frequently--the right way.

* Keep current on all inoculations (including a flu shot) and medications.

* Eat a healthy diet.

* Do not share food or drinks.

* Drink lots of liquids, especially water.

* Get plenty of sleep.

* Spend some time outdoors.

* If you feel fine, exercise.

* If someone sneezes or coughs without covering, avoid the air that has been contaminated.

* In public spaces such as rest-rooms, use paper towels or tissues to touch the faucet and door handles. Use your shoulder to open nonhandled doors.

* Avoid direct contact with handrails, handles, buttons, and the like in public spaces.

* Avoid handshakes and hugs, and no kissing, even on the cheek.

* Do not share washcloths or towels.

* Avoid touching your fingers to your eyes, nose, mouth, or face.

* Do not bite your nails. How to wash hands:

* Use lots of soap and water. (The water temperature is not...