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Influenza virus causes the flu, which is a contagious respiratory illness that ranges from mild to severe.

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Influenza virus, commonly known as the "flu", can be contracted through the air when respiratory droplets are released from someone infected. These droplets can be released through coughing, sneezing, or talking. You can also contract the flu by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.

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Yes! Everyone is at risk of this virus. For some, the symptoms are not as mild; however, for others, it can turn severe in an instant.

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Headaches

Runny nose

Aching joints

Fever

Coughing

Sneezing

Stopped up nose

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There are some preventives, such as vaccines, to help. Vaccines do not guarantee that you will not catch "The Flu", however they do boost your immune system, making it more difficult to get it.

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There are medications such as oseltamivir (Tamiflu), zanamivir (Relenza), and peramivir (Rapivab) to treat the flu. These medications help to lessen the symptoms throughout the Influenza Virus.