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For years, health experts warned us to wash our hands. But, up to a quarter of us didn't, even after leaving a public restroom. Then swine flu came along, and suddenly stores can't seem to keep hand sanitizer on the shelves.

Swine flu's no good for anyone, but the healthy respect we have for it may end up being good for our well-being. A recent survey by TNS Omnibus found that out of 1015 British adults between the ages of 16 and 65, over half are making positive lifestyle changes in response to swine flu.