Wash hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub when soap and water are not readily available.Know the signs and symptoms of illness, such as fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, vomiting or diarrhea.Those who have been sick with this illness should stay home and remain home for at least 24 hours after symptoms have subsided. Those who think they have been exposed to the virus through clean up or contact, consider limiting interaction with others for at least 24 hours.Consider getting a flu shot.