About House & Home: Can H1N1 Be Spread Through Water?

House & Home In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Diane Schmidt A friend of mine is convinced that the only way to stay protected from H1N1 is to wear the equivalent of a Hazmat suit everywhere he goes, including when he takes the dog out for a walk in the woods where he never runs into anyone. I have to admit, it's hard to know what to believe when it comes to protection. It's just good we have some answers this week from our Home and Garden Guides.   In the Spotlight Can H1N1 Be Spread Through Water? This same friend says I'm crazy for continuing to swim at our local gym. But I'm a swimmer. I live for water. So can swine flu really be spread through water?              More Topics Make Herbal Cough Drops Herb Gardens Vintage Thanksgiving Postcards Antiques Bean Bag Bear Craft Family Crafts Cozy Family Room Decor Budget Decorating Problems Adjusting to Daylight Saving Time Ergonomics Great Gift Ideas for the Home Workshop Garages & Storage Spaces Fix a Sticky Drawer Woodworking Can My Pets Get H1N1? This would add another layer of complication to the whole protection protocol especially since we have an immunocompromised kitty. I wonder if they make Hazmat suits in his size?   How do I Disinfect Bedding? The same friend contracted a bad flu bug while away on business and stayed on at the hotel for the duration of his illness, claiming the hotel had better ways to sterilize sheets so he wouldn't spread it to the rest of his family. But what if someone in your home does become ill. Is there a way of protecting the other members?     Sponsored Links   Home Allergy Center Quick Cleaning Tricks These easy shortcuts and tips will help keep rid your home of grime, dust and other allergens. More > House & Home Ads Bathroom Ideas Modern Kitchen Southwestern Decor Interior Design Tips House Design Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Antiques Apartment Living/Rental Architecture Entertaining Home Buying/Selling Home Repair Interior Decorating Landscaping   Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter as batman8672@GMAIL.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=househomesl&e=batman8672@GMAIL.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.