https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty An informative and engaging presentation on the flu, it’s effects and historical significance. en-us 2020-06-09 06:20:59 UTC 2020-06-09 06:40:01 UTC hello@padlet.com jnguyen125 https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty/wish/618188060 According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, in 1918, there was an influenza pandemic which spread globally over a short period of time. Scientists believed that the origin was caused by another virus inhibiting the same genetic composition of other types of bacteria. The period of the pandemic was severe with several safety precautions considered and the loss of many individuals. Therefore, the flu played a role in setting the stage for more infectious diseases to start spreading and causing fear and pandemonium.]]> 2020-06-09 06:22:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty/wish/618188060 jnguyen125 https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty/wish/618188442 The flu is an infectious type of disease that is spread when an individual comes into direct or indirect contact with a contaminated object. This can be through physical contact or touching a door knob contaminated with a sick individual’s bacteria. During the colder seasons, individuals may feel discomforted with a blockage of their nasal passage or feverish symptoms.]]> 2020-06-09 06:22:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty/wish/618188442 jnguyen125 https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty/wish/618191395 The flu is a seasonal type of disease that affects many individuals with weak immune systems or is simply spread through sneezing or direct contact with the sick individual. During the colder seasons, various allergens cause the individual to start developing a reaction displayed by the irritation or discomfort of the nasal passages. Individuals diagnosed with the flu start to develop signs of headaches, nausea, shortness of breath or a sore throat. The flu may cause strain or stress pain in the muscles in the human body, leading to a prolonged period of difficult times and experiences.

]]> 2020-06-09 06:25:09 UTC https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty/wish/618191395 jnguyen125 https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty/wish/618193225 The patient’s diagnosis is generally followed by a set of instructions to take which includes cough medicine, a decongestant (nasal spray) and plenty of rest. Individuals can easily self diagnose themselves with this disease and take medication and rest to allow the body to fulfill its task of protecting the immune system with their antibodies. Human bodies play the role of workers, every organ and cell has a specific task to perform in order to fulfill their duties as their respective roles. Therefore, the disease can be treated with antibiotics, cough medicine and plenty of rest.

]]> 2020-06-09 06:26:44 UTC https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty/wish/618193225 jnguyen125 https://padlet.com/jnguyen125/to6b8mn1aegrj5ty/wish/618202751 - The word influenza is the Italian word for “influence”. It refers to the cause/s of the disease
- Each year, an average of 5% to 20% of the United States population contract the virus.
- Individuals are advised to get vaccinated in October as a seasonal flu outbreak could occur October or later.
- There are three different flu viruses - Influenza A, B and C.
- The flu virus can thrive on surfaces between two to eight hours.
-  Individuals can simply be diagnosed with the flu in 15 minutes with the use of a medical device specialised for its purpose.

Reference: good housekeeping.com


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