Flu
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Flu is a respiratory infection caused by a number of viruses. The viruses pass through the air and enter your body through your nose or mouth. Between 5% and 20% of people in the U.S. get the flu each year. The flu can be serious or even deadly for elderly people, newborn babies and people with certain chronic illnesses.
Symptoms of the flu come on suddenly and are worse than those of the common cold. They may include
- Body or muscle aches
- Chills
- Cough
- Fever
- Headache
- Sore throat
Is it a cold or the flu? Colds rarely cause a fever or headaches. Flu almost never causes an upset stomach. And "stomach flu" isn't really flu at all, but gastroenteritis.
The main way to keep from getting the flu is to get a yearly flu vaccine. If you get the flu, your health care provider may prescribe medicine to help your body fight the infection and lessen symptoms.
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Flu
nlm.nih.gov — “Flu” View full resource at nlm.nih.gov
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Is it the Flu?
warts.org — “Is it the Flu?” View full resource at warts.org
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Is that cough, sneeze, and sniffle a sign of a cold? or something more serious, like the flu? Learn more. http://bit.ly/bX2bMI
To Flu Shot or not to Flu Shot?
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Bud & Anita Tarreto CAM and Naturopathic Doctor
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Flu Center
kidshealth.org — “Learn all about protecting your family from the flu and what to do if your child gets flu-like symptoms.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Influenza (Flu)
kidshealth.org — “The flu is often confused with the common cold, but flu symptoms tend to develop quickly and are usually more severe than the typical sneezing and stuffiness of a cold.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Influenza (Flu)
mayoclinic.com — “Influenza — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, prevention, treatment and self-care of the flu.” View full resource at mayoclinic.com
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All about the flu: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/influenza/DS00081 Mayo Clinic
Flu Center
kidshealth.org — “The flu can make you sick for a week or more. Find out how to get protected from the influenza virus.” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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PartnersInPediatrics Physician, Doctor, and Pediatrician
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Is It A Cold or The Flu?
kidshealth.org — “Your child is sent home from school with a sore throat, cough, and high fever - could it be the flu that's been going around? Or is it just a common cold? Find out here!” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Is It a Cold or the Flu?
kidshealth.org — “Your child is sent home from school with a sore throat, cough, and high fever - could it be the flu that's been going around? Or is it just a common cold? Find out here!” View full resource at kidshealth.org
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Flu Information
charmeck.org — “Flu Information” View full resource at charmeck.org
Most Recently Shared on September 22, 2011 at 3:24 pm By:
SE Anesthesiology Physician Group
RT @meckcounty: The Health Dept. is now offering flu shots by appointment only. To schedule call 704-336-6500. http://t.co/eAwKwQRF #flu
Colds and Flu
getresponse.com — “Colds and Flu” View full resource at getresponse.com
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DrChrisPickard CAM, Chiropractor, and Doctor
Message:"Colds and Flu" - http://t.co/v3COKkTk
Flu Information
marshfieldclinic.org — “You and the Flu” View full resource at marshfieldclinic.org
Most Recently Shared on September 29, 2010 at 7:20 pm By:
Marshfield Clinic Healthcare System
Your Guide to Preventing and Treating the Flu http://fb.me/ENsxWeZv
Flu Services
everettclinic.com — “Flu Services” View full resource at everettclinic.com
Most Recently Shared on September 16, 2009 at 11:00 pm By:
The Everett Clinic Physician Group
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102809flu
healthvermont.gov — “102809flu” View full resource at healthvermont.gov
Most Recently Shared on October 30, 2009 at 2:15 am By:
Lisa Gualtieri Health Social Media
RT @healthvermont: #vt Health Department reports widespread #flu; First death linked to H1N1 reported in Vermont http://bit.ly/1Tj6Ra #h1n1
Influenza ("flu")
kingcounty.gov — “Influenza ("flu")” View full resource at kingcounty.gov
Most Recently Shared on November 19, 2010 at 5:01 pm By:
RT @kcpubhealth: Free flu vaccines on Sat., Nov. 20, Des Moines, Shoreline, 10 am to 1 pm: http://bit.ly/9F0Gbf
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