Protect yourself from all types of flu and illnesses including Bird Flu by wearing respirators when out in public areas. Respirators filter the air you breathe and prevent germs from getting into your nose and mouth. Respirators are particularly useful if you commute by subway or bus where the air is not well circulated. If you are going to be flying to a vacation destination, prevent sickness by wearing a mask while on the plane and in congested airports.

There is also evidence that the flu can be passed by germs getting into the eye area. You can prevent this by wearing chemical goggles or other well covering safety glasses to protect your eyes.

If you have to handle birds that may have been infected with the bird flu, it is important for you to protect yourself. Wearing gloves is the best way to prevent any contamination through the skin. Nitrile gloves are very sturdy and are good for various uses. Neoprene gloves are also protective against chemicals and animal fats. Both gloves are cut resistant and puncture resistant and approved by the USDA for food handling. Remember that it is only in the handling of birds that the flu is dangerous, cooked chicken and other fowl is safe to handle and eat.