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There is a flu outbreak in your school. Several classmates are absent, while some are still coming to school coughing and sneezing. (i) What immediate actions should the school take to prevent further spread? (ii) If your benchmate starts showing flu symptoms, how can you respond in a considerate way without being rude? (iii) How can you protect yourself and others from getting infected?
📚 Concept: Spread and Prevention of Communicable Diseases
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Answer
Stop the spread with hygiene, kindness, and self-protection.
Explanation
- (i) The school can ask sick students to rest at home and keep classrooms airy and clean.
- It can promote handwashing, masks, and covering the mouth while coughing.
- (ii) Gently tell your benchmate to rest, wear a mask, and see a doctor — without making them feel bad.
- (iii) Wash hands often, wear a mask, avoid sharing items, and keep some distance.
Hygiene, rest, and kindness together stop the flu from spreading.
