What is it?
Influenza (Flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused
by viruses that infect the nose, throat and lungs.
-All information from the CDC.
Symptoms
Fever/chills, cough, sore throat, runny/stuffy nose, body
aches, headaches and extreme fatigue
Prevention &
Treatment
Since the strain of flu is ever changing it is best to get a
seasonal flu shot and simple actions like avoiding sick people and frequent
hand washing to slow the spread.
The flu is treated with influenza antiviral drugs. Taking
steps to prevent contracting the virus is the best because people can and do
die each year from the flu. Please take the necessary steps to protect
yourself.
-XOXO
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