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Disposal/Treatment of Infected Items
How should waste disposal be handled to prevent the spread of influenza virus?
To prevent the spread of influenza virus, it is recommended that tissues and other disposable items used by an infected person be thrown in the trash. Additionally, persons should wash their hands with soap and water after touching used tissues and similar waste.
What household cleaning should be done to prevent the spread of influenza virus?
To prevent the spread of influenza virus it is important to keep surfaces (especially bedside tables, surfaces in the bathroom, kitchen counters and toys for children) clean by wiping them down with a household disinfectant according to product directions.
How should linens, eating utensils and dishes of persons infected with influenza virus be handled?
Linens, eating utensils, and dishes used by those who are sick do not need to be cleaned separately. However, the items should not be shared without washing thoroughly. Linens (such as bed sheets and towels) should be washed by using household laundry soap and tumbled dry on a hot setting. Avoid "hugging" laundry prior to washing it to prevent contaminating yourself. Wash your hands with soap and water or alcohol-based hand rub immediately after handling dirty laundry.
Eating utensils and dishes should be washed either in a dishwasher or by hand with water and soap.
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