What is the nature of the "sickness" that has caused Taylor County Schools to be closed? Should Adair County be concerned? --Charles

• Cover your mouth when coughing and sneezing
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for 15-20 seconds or use alcohol-based disposable hand wipes or gel sanitizers.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs often are spread when a person touches an object contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose or mouth.
• Get an annual flu shot to help you develop antibodies to protect against flu infection.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from contracting your illness.
• Stay home from work, school and errands if possible when you are sick. This will help prevent others from catching your illness.