Preventing infection

If you’re going through cancer treatment, or have a weakened immune system, there are steps you can take to try to avoid common illnesses. 

• Follow the latest government health advice.
• Make sure all of your vaccines and boosters are up to date. Check with your medical team if you have questions.
• Make sure everyone living in the house, including children, have all of their vaccines and boosters up to date.
• Avoid contact with anyone who is unwell. Check with visitors before they arrive if they and their household are well. 
• Wash your hands regularly with warm water and soap:
  - when in contact with other people
  - before eating or touching your face
  - after using the bathroom
  - when you get home 
• Avoid touching your face with unwashed hands. 
• Wear a mask in busy public spaces such as shops and public transport, and in crowded outdoor spaces.
• Continue to work from home where possible.
• Ventilate your home well by opening windows and doors especially when you have visitors if possible.
• Clean and disinfect anything that you touch regularly. 
• Do not share food, drinks, cups, or cutlery.