Ashlynn Davidson by Ashlynn Davidson https://padlet.com/ashlynndavidson02/gsmvifapojbpj43a Influenza en-us 2024-04-21 12:16:12 UTC 2024-04-21 12:50:17 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4bb.png Influenza Virus ashlynndavidson02 https://padlet.com/ashlynndavidson02/gsmvifapojbpj43a/wish/2963270619 Common name: The Flu

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In short, anyone. However, children and adults 65+ tend to be most likely to get it.

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  • Fever

  • Malaise

  • Headache

  • Runny nose

  • Sneezing


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The flu mainly has to run its course. Medicine may be took to control symptoms, but not to get rid of it. Plenty of fluids and rest is what is recommended.

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There is a flu vaccine that is available to everyone yearly, that contains three influenza viruses: influenza (H3N2) virus, influenza (H1N2) virus and one B virus.

Keep surfaces clean and sanitized


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  • There are more than 3 Million cases per year in the US

  • "Flu Season" is between October and May

  • It can take up to two weeks for the flu vaccine to work

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Cover mouth/nose when coughing/sneezing

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  • Reduced sense of smell

  • Metallic taste in mouth

  • Chills

  • Cough

  • Body pain or muscle pain

  • Sore throat

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