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Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 2 views

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  • CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for everyone 6 months of age and older. Flu activity is low across the United States now, but usually begins to increase in October and most commonly peaks between January and March. Make plans to get your flu vaccine this fall.
  • While most flu activity occurs from October to May in the United States, flu viruses are detected year-round, including at lower levels during the summer months.
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      flu is at lower levels in the summer times 
  • Flu(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/weekly/fluactivitysurv.htm) activity has returned to summer-time levels in the United States. H3N2
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      bradyhoward on 03 Sep 15
       
      flus activity in the us
  • here was a wave of influenza B activity starting in early March. According to a report published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR)
  • Influenza antiviral drugs(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/antivirals/index.htm) can treat flu illness
  • CDC recommends these drugs be used to treat people who are very sick or who are at high risk of serious flu-related complications(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/high_risk.htm)
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    Flu reasearch
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    While most flu activity occurs from October to May in the United States, flu viruses are detected year-round, including at lower levels during the summer months.
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    influenza activity thur the years
alexxabrown

Key Facts about Influenza (Flu) & Flu Vaccine | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 2 views

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  • What is influenza (also called flu)?
  • The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year.
  • Signs and symptoms of flu
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  • People who have the flu often feel some or all of these signs and symptoms:
  • Fever*
  • though this is more common in children than adults.
  • It’s important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever.
  • How flu spreads
  • Most experts believe that flu viruses spread mainly by droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze or talk.
  • Period of contagiousness
  • You may be able to pass on the flu to someone else before you know you are sick, as well as while you are sick. Most healthy adults may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 5 to 7 days after becoming sick.
  • How serious is the flu?
  • Flu is unpredictable and how severe it is can vary widely from one season to the next depending on many things, including:
  • Certain people are at greater risk for serious complications if they get the flu. This includes older people, young children, pregnant women and people with certain health conditions (such as asthma, diabetes, or heart disease).Flu seasons are unpredictable and can be severe. Over a period of 30 years, between 1976 and 2006, estimates of flu-associated deaths in the United States range from a low of about 3,000 to a high of about 49,000 people.
  • Complications of flu can include bacterial pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, dehydration, and worsening of chronic medical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes.
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  • Prevent seasonal flu: Get vaccinated
  • The single best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine each season. There are several flu vaccine options for the 2014-2015 flu season.Traditional flu vaccines made to protect against three different flu viruses (called “trivalent” vaccines) are available. In addition, flu vaccines made to protect against four different flu viruses (called “quadrivalent” vaccines) also are available.
  • Trivalent flu vaccine protects against two influenza A viruses (an H1N1 and an H3N2) and an influenza B virus.
  • While seasonal influenza outbreaks can happen as early as October, most of the time influenza activity peaks in January or later. Since it takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body that protect against influenza virus infection, it is best that people get vaccinated so they are protected before influenza begins spreading in their community.
  • When to get vaccinated against seasonal flu
  • Yearly flu vaccination should begin soon after flu vaccine is available, and ideally by October. However, getting vaccinated even later can be protective, as long as flu viruses are circulating.
  • The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death.
  • Less often, a person might also get flu by touching a surface or object that has flu virus on it and then touching their own mouth, eyes or possibly their nose.
  • The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs.
  • Most healthy adults may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 5 to 7 days after becoming sick.
  • ay be able to pass on the flu to someone else before you know you are sick, as well as while you are sick.
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      denaehooks391 on 02 Sep 15
       
      You  can have  the flu even  before you  realize  it. This  is  an important factor on why you should get  a vaccine.
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      denaehooks391 on 02 Sep 15
       
      You  can have  the flu even  before you  realize  it. This  is  an important factor on why you should get  a vaccine.
  • flu viruses spread mainly by droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze or talk
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      denaehooks391 on 02 Sep 15
       
      It is important to WASH your hands after  you have direct  contact with anything.
  • viruses that infect the nose, throat, and
  • he flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza
  • lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death.
  • Fever* or feeling feverish/chills Cough Sore throat Runny or stuffy nose Muscle or body aches Headaches Fatigue (very tired) Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.
  • droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby
  • might also get flu by touching a surface or object that has flu virus
  • hen touching their own mouth, eyes or possibly their nose.
  • may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 5 to 7 days after becoming sick.
  • specially young children and people with weakened immune systems, might be able to infect others for an even longer time
  • what flu viruses are spreading, how much flu vaccine is available when vaccine is available how many people get vaccinated, and how well the flu vaccine is matched to flu viruses that are causing illness.
  • prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine each season
  • congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes.
  • Complications of flu can include bacterial pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, dehydration, and worsening of chronic medical conditions
  • virus. The following trivalent flu vaccines are available:
  • flu vaccines made to protect against three different flu viruses (called “trivalent” vaccines)
  • several flu vaccine options for the 2015-2016 flu season.
  • Trivalent flu vaccine protects against two influenza A viruses (an H1N1 and an H3N2) and an influenza B
  • are manufactured using virus grown in eggs
  • approved for people of different ages.
  • flu shots are given with a needle
  • re approved for use in people as young as 6 months of age
  • standard dose tr
  • ivalent shot also can be given with a jet injector(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/vaccine/jet-injector.htm), for persons aged 18 through 64 years. A high-dose trivalent shot(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/vaccine/qa_fluzone.htm), a
  • pproved for people 65 and older.
  • A trivalent shot containing virus grown in cell culture(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/vaccine/cell-based.htm), which is approved for people 18 and older.
  • A recombinant trivalent shot that is egg-free(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/vaccine/qa_flublok-vaccine.htm), approved for people 18 years and older.
  • he quadrivalent flu vaccine protects against two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses.
  • Yearly flu vaccination should begin soon after flu vaccine is available, and ideally by October
  • etting vaccinated even later can be protective, as long as flu viruses are circulating
  • Since it takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body that protect against influenza virus infection, it is best that people get vaccinated so they are protected before influenza begins spreading in their community.
  • Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine every season.
  • Vaccination to prevent influenza is particularly important for people who are at high risk of serious complications from influenza
  • contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs.
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      alexxabrown on 19 Sep 15
       
      Clear definition of Influenza, followed by brief description of effects as well "the best" preventative method
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denaehooks391

Vaccines: VPD-VAC/Flu/main page - 0 views

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  • The single best way to protect against the flu is to get vaccinated each year.
  • accine protects against two influenza A viruses and an influenza B virus.
  • approved for people ages 6 months and older.
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  • Standard dose trivalent shots that are manufactured using virus grown in eggs.
  • A high-dose trivalent shot, approved for people 65 and older.
  • A standard dose trivalent shot containing virus grown in cell culture, which is approved for people 18 and older.
  • A standard dose trivalent shot that is egg-free, approved for people 18 through 49 years of age.
  • ach is approved for different ages
  • standard dose intradermal trivalent shot, which is injected into the skin instead of the muscle
  • approved for people 18 through 64 years of age.
  • The quadrivalent flu vaccine will protect against two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses.
  • A standard dose quadrivalent flu vaccine, given as a nasal spray, approved for healthy* people 2
  • through 49 years of age
  • CDC does not recommend one flu vaccine over the other. The important thing is to get a flu vaccine every year.
shaneep110

Estimating Seasonal Influenza-Associated Deaths in the United States: CDC Study Confirm... - 0 views

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  • CDC estimates that from the 1976-1977 season to the 2006-2007 flu season, flu-associated deaths ranged from a low of about 3,000 to a high of about 49,000 people. Death certificate data and weekly influenza virus surveillance information was used to estimate how many flu-related deaths occurred among people whose underlying cause of death was listed as respiratory or circulatory disease on their death certificate.
  • deaths varies from year to year because flu seasons are unpredictable and often fluctuate in length and severity.
  • the study confirmed previous findings that about 90% of influenza associated deaths occur among adults 65 years and older.
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  • MMWR study also found that during seasons when influenza A (H3N2) viruses were prominent death rates were more than double what they were during seasons when influenza A (H1N1) or influenza B viruses predominated.
  • An August 27, 2010 MMWR report entitled
  • CDC does not know exactly how many people die from seasonal flu each year. There are several reasons for this. First, states are not required to report individual seasonal flu cases or deaths of people older than 18 years of age to CDC.
  • Second, seasonal influenza is infrequently listed on death certificates of people who die from flu-related complications
  • Third, many seasonal flu-related deaths occur one or two weeks after a person’s initial infection, either because the person may develop a secondary bacterial co-infection (such as bacterial pneumonia) or because seasonal influenza can aggravate an existing chronic illness (such as congestive heart failure or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
  • Also, most people who die from seasonal flu-related complications are not tested for flu, or they seek medical care later in their illness when seasonal influenza can no longer be detected from respiratory samples. Sensitive influenza tests are only likely to detect influenza if performed within a week after onset of illness.
  • In addition, some commonly used tests to diagnose influenza in clinical settings are not highly sensitive and can provide false negative results (i.e. they misdiagnose flu illness as not being flu.) For these reasons, many flu-related deaths may not be recorded on death certificates.
msmith365

What You Should Know for the 2014-2015 Influenza Season | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 0 views

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  • As of February 28, 2015, flu activity is still elevated but continues to decrease in the United States.
  • more recently, an increase in influenza B viruses has been detected in parts of the country.
  • The flu-associated hospitalization rate among people 65 and older is the highest rate recorded since CDC began tracking that data in 2005.
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  • Children 0-4 years of age have the second-highest hospitalization rate this season.
  • Symptoms of influenza infection include fever, chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headache, fatigue (tiredness), and sometimes vomiting and diarrhea (more common in children than adults).
  • The United States experiences epidemics of seasonal flu each year. This time of year is called "flu season." While influenza activity has declined in recent weeks and the flu season is coming to a close, most of CDC’s influenza surveillance systems still show elevated activity.
  • There are several factors that make it difficult to determine accurate numbers of deaths caused by flu regardless of reporting.
  • the sheer volume of deaths to be counted; not everyone that dies with an influenza-like illness is tested for influenza; and influenza-associated deaths are often a result of complications secondary to underlying medical problems, and this may be difficult to sort out.
  • Flu viruses are constantly changing and it's not unusual for new seasonal flu viruses to appear each year.
  • When viruses change in that way, they are said to be “drifted” viruses.
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  • s very unpredictable and can vary in different parts of the country and from season to season
  • However, seasonal flu activity can begin as early as October and continue to occur as late as May.
  • CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/vaccine/index.htm) for everyone 6 months of age and older as the first and most important step in protecting against this serious disease.
  • In addition to getting a seasonal flu vaccine if you have not already gotten vaccinated, you can take everyday preventive actions(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/habits/index.htm) like staying away from sick people and washing your hands to reduce the spread of germs. If you are sick with flu, stay home from work or school to prevent spreading flu to others.
  • A number of different manufacturers produce trivalent (three component) influenza vaccines for the U.S. market, including intramuscular (IM), intradermal, and nasal spray vaccines.
  • Multiple studies conducted over different seasons and across vaccine types and influenza virus subtypes have shown that the body’s immunity to influenza viruses (acquired either through natural infection or vaccination) declines over time.
  • Yes. It’s possible to get sick with the flu even if you have been vaccinated (although you won’t know for sure unless you get a flu test). This is possible for the following reasons:
  • You may be exposed to a flu virus shortly before getting vaccinated or during the period that it takes the body to gain protection after getting vaccinated. This exposure may result in you becoming ill with flu before the vaccine begins to protect you. (About 2 weeks after vaccination, antibodies that provide protection develop in the body.) You may be exposed to a flu virus that is not included in the seasonal flu vaccine. There are many different flu viruses that circulate every year. The flu vaccine is made to protect against the three or four flu viruses that research suggests will be most common. Unfortunately, some people can become infected with a flu virus the flu vaccine is designed to protect against, despite getting vaccinated. Protection provided by flu vaccination can vary widely, based in part on health and age factors of the person getting vaccinated. In general, the flu vaccine works best among healthy younger adults and older children. Some older people and people with certain chronic illnesses may develop less immunity after vaccination. Flu vaccination is not a perfect tool, but it is the best way to protect against flu infection.
alexxabrown

CDC Reports About 90 Percent of Children Who Died From Flu This Season Not Vaccinated |... - 4 views

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  • 90 percent occurred in children who had not received a flu vaccination this season.
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      alexxabrown on 19 Sep 15
       
      Without the use of a vaccine, children are more likely to succumb to this illness
  • 60 percent of deaths occurred in children who were at high risk of developing serious flu-related complications, but 40 percent of these children had no recognized chronic health problems.
  • Children younger than 5 years of age and children of any age with certain chronic health conditions, including asthma or other lung disorders, heart disease, or a neurologic or neurodevelopmental disorder are at high risk of developing serious complications from flu infection.
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      alexxabrown on 19 Sep 15
       
      High risk groups
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  • during the 2009 H1N1 influenza pandemic, which lasted from April 15, 2009 to October 2, 2010, 348 pediatric deaths were reported to CDC.
  • took a high toll on children.
  • Annual influenza vaccination has been recommended for all children 6 months to 18 years of age since the 2008-2009 influenza season
  • this season’s vaccine was found to be about 60 percent effective in preventing medically attended influenza illness. This number was lower among people 65 and older, but flu vaccination reduced a child’s risk of having to go to the doctor because of flu by more than 60 percent
  • nnual flu vaccination as the first and best step in preventing influenza.
  • antiviral drugs as a second line of defense against flu
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      alexxabrown on 19 Sep 15
       
      Another preventative method 
rivera627

Seasonal Influenza: Flu Basics | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 0 views

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  • Serious outcomes of flu infection can result in hospitalization or death.
  • Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses.
  • The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year
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  • It can cause mild to severe illness. Serious outcomes of flu infection can result in hospitalization or death. Some people, such as older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/high_risk.htm), are at high risk for serious flu complications.
  • Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/viruses/index.htm). It can cause mild to severe illness. Serious outcomes of flu infection can result in hospitalization or death. Some people, such as older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/high_risk.htm), are at high risk for serious flu complications. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated each year.
  • Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness
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    Basics
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    when to get vaccinated 
ccsizmadia306

CDC Says "Take 3" Actions To Fight The Flu | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 0 views

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  • Take time to get a flu vaccine.
  • Take everyday preventive actions to stop the spread of germs.
  • Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
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  • f you are sick with flu-like illness, CDC recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Germs spread this way.
  • While sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that may be contaminated with germs like the flu.
  • Take flu antiviral drugs
  • Take flu antiviral drugs if your doctor prescribes them. If you get the flu, antiviral drugs can treat your illness.Antiviral drugs are different from antibiotics. They are prescription medicines (pills, liquid or an inhaled powder) and are not available over-the-counter.Antiviral drugs can make illness milder and shorten the time you are sick. They may also prevent serious flu complications. For people with high risk factors[702 KB, 2 pages], treatment with an antiviral drug can mean the difference between having a milder illness versus a very serious illness that could result in a hospital stay.Studies show that flu antiviral drugs work best for treatment when they are started within 2 days of getting sick, but starting them later can still be helpful, especially if the sick person has a high-risk health or is very sick from the flu. Follow your doctor’s instructions for taking this drug.Flu-like symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people also may have vomiting and diarrhea. People may be infected with the flu, and have respiratory symptoms without a fever.
asiacarrasco03

Influenza (Flu) - 2 views

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  • Common symptoms include a high fever (101ºF-102ºF) that begins suddenly, muscle/body aches, chills, tiredness, and sudden onset. Influenza frequently causes people to miss school and work but in some cases there are severe complications such as pneumonia. In the United States annually, more than 200,000 individuals are hospitalized and between 3,000-49,000 die from influenza-related complications.
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  • affects more than 60 million individuals in the US every yea
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  • DC recommends that everyone six months of age and older receive an annual vaccination. The best time to get vaccinated is in the early fall, as soon as the vaccine is available.
  • very year.
  • Influenza is a highly contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that occurs most often in the late fall, winter, and early spring.
  • vaccination in December or even later is still beneficial because the virus that causes influenza circulates past the new year. The number of influenza cases usually peaks around February, but this peak can come earlier or later (ranging from December to May).
  • Common symptoms include a high fever (101ºF-102ºF) that begins suddenly, muscle/body aches, chills, tiredness, and sudden onset. Influenza frequently causes people to miss school and work but in some cases there are severe complications such as pneumonia
  • ommon symptoms include a high fever (101ºF-102ºF) that begins suddenly, muscle/body aches, chills, tiredness, and sudden onset. Influenza frequently causes people to miss school and work but in some cases there are severe complications such as pneumonia.
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  • 3,000-49,000 deaths occur from influenza-related complications. 
  • nfluenza is a highly contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that occurs most often in the late fall, winter, and early spring. It is a serious infection that affects between 5-20% of the US population annually. Each year, more than 200,000 individuals are hospitalized and 3,000-49,000 deaths occur from influenza-related complications. 
  • everyone six months of age and older receive an annual vaccination.
  • early fall, as soon as the vaccine is available.
  • happen as early as October, but most of the time flu activity peaks between December and February
  • January or later, is still beneficia
  • Each year, more than 200,000 individuals are hospitalized and 3,000-49,000 deaths occur from influenza-related complications. 
  • cough and/or sore throat and a runny or stuffy nose. Influenza frequently causes people to miss school and work but in some cases there are severe complications such as pneumonia
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    influenza protection and how contagious 
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    yellow: signs and symptoms and preventions blue: vaccination periods
bwilliams181

MDCH - Transmission and Prevention of Influenza - 1 views

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  • close print view print friendly Transmission and Prevention of Influenza
  • viruses are spread when a person who has influenza coughs, sneezes, or speaks, releasing viruses into the air and other people inhale the viruses.
  • When these viruses enter the nose, throat, or lungs of a person, they begin to multiply, causing disease.
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  • The viruses can also be spread when a person touches a surface with flu viruses on it (for example, a door handle) and then touches his or her nose or mouth. 
  • A person who has the flu can spread viruses - that means they are contagious. Adults may be contagious from 1 day before feeling sick to up to 7 days after getting sick.
  • Children can be contagious for longer than 7 days. 
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.  When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick, too. 
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing, then put your used tissue in a wastebasket.  It may prevent those around you from getting sick. 
  • If you don't have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve, not your  hands.  Clean your hands after coughing or sneezing.  Clean your hands   Washing your hands often will help protect you from germs.  Wash with soap and water or clean with alcohol-based hand cleaner.  Keep alcohol-based hand sanitizers in your bag and car, when soap and water is not available.  Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.  Stay home when you are sick  If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.   Practice healthy habits  Get regular exercise, enough rest, and eat healthy balanced meals.  Other habits for good health  3. Take flu antiviral drugs if your doctor recommends them. Four antiviral drugs (amantadine, rimantadine, zanamivir, and oseltamivir) can be used to prevent influenza. All of these medications are prescription drugs, and a doctor must be consulted before using them.  More Information  Smoking and Influenza  - Some studies show that smokers are more likely to get the flu, and there is a higher mortality rate from the flu among smokers than among nonsmokers.  Protecting Against the Flu: Advice for Caregivers of Children Less Than 6 Months Old - Because infants cannot get vaccine or antiviral drugs but are at higher risk for serious flu complications, protecting them from flu is especially important.  Cover your Cough - Flyers available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Chinese, Hmong, and Khmer 
aschilling352

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  • Common symptoms include a high fever (101ºF-102ºF) that begins suddenly, muscle/body aches, chills, tiredness, and sudden onset. Influenza frequently causes people to miss school and work but in some cases there are severe complications such as pneumonia
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      melissabergmann on 06 Sep 14
       
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  • a highly contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that occurs most often in the late fall, winter, and early spring.
  • serious infection which affects more than 60 million individuals in the US every year.
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  • more than 200,000 individuals are hospitalized and between 3,000-49,000 die from influenza-related complications.
  • est way to protect against influenza is to receive an influenza vaccination every year.
  • ix months of age and older receive an annual vaccination.
  • is in the early fall, as soon as the vaccine is available.
  • Influenza, more commonly referred to as "flu," impacts people of all ages. 
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      abrown844 on 08 Sep 14
       
      Anybody can acquire this infectious disease.
  • , vaccination in December or even later is still beneficial because the virus that causes influenza circulates past the new year. The number of influenza cases usually peaks around February, but this peak can come earlier or later (ranging from December to May).
    • abrown844
      abrown844 on 08 Sep 14
       
      Getting a vaccination in December is more beneficial than any other time during the year.
  • nfluenza is a highly contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that occurs most often in the late fall, winter, and early spring. It is a serious infection which affects more than 60 million individuals in the US every year.
  • best way to protect against influenza is to receive an influenza vaccination every year.
  • everyone six months of age and older receive an annual vaccination. 
  • Common symptoms include a high fever (101ºF-102ºF) that begins suddenly, muscle/body aches, chills, tiredness, and sudden onset. Influenza frequently causes people to miss school and work but in some cases there are severe complications such as pneumonia. In the United States annually, more than 200,000 individuals are hospitalized and between 3,000-49,000 die from influenza-related complications.
  • best time to get vaccinated is in the early fall, as soon as the vaccine is available. However, vaccination in December or even later is still beneficial because the virus that causes influenza circulates past the new year. The number of influenza cases usually peaks around February, but this peak can come earlier or later (ranging from December to May).
  • Influenza is a highly contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that occurs most often in the late fall, winter, and early spring
  • severe complications such as pneumonia.
  • affects more than 60 million
  • high fever (101ºF-102ºF) that begins suddenly, muscle/body aches, chills, tiredness, and sudden onset.
  • Influenza is a highly contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, and lungs that occurs most often in the late fall, winter, and early spring.
  • more than 200,000 individuals are hospitalized and between 3,000-49,000 die from influenza-related complications.
  • The best way to protect against influenza is to receive an influenza vaccination every year.
  • early fall, as soon as the vaccine is available.
  • (ranging from December to May).
  • dianavillalpando on 05 Sep 14
     
    Influenza symptoms, the season it's mostly around, how to protect yourself, and how many people it affects every year.
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    Short article lots of links
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    "The best way to protect against influenza is to receive an influenza vaccination every year. CDC recommends that everyone six months of age and older receive an annual vaccination. The best time to get vaccinated is in the early fall, as soon as the vaccine is available. However, vaccination in December or even later is still beneficial because the virus that causes influenza circulates past the new year. The number of influenza cases usually peaks around February, but this peak can come earlier or later (ranging from December to May)."
brentondeflitch

What You Should Know for the 2015-2016 Influenza Season | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 0 views

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flu cdc Influenza stats

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  • While flu spreads every year, the timing, severity, and length of the season varies from one year to another.
  • This time of year is called "flu season." In the United States, flu season occurs in the winter; flu outbreaks can happen as early as October and can last as late as May. CDC says the flu
  • The timing of flu is very unpredictable and can vary in different parts of the country and from season to season. Most seasonal flu activity typically occurs between October and May. Flu activity most commonly peaks in the United States between December and February.
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  • rompt treatment can mean the difference between having a milder illness versus very serious illness that could result in a hospital stay.
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  • But statistics underscore the seriousness of the disease
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      Stats for Influenza in the US.
  • Each year, on average, 5 percent to 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu,
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  • Each year, on average, 5 percent to 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu, tens of thousands are hospitalized and thousands die from flu-related illness.
  • tens of thousands are hospitalized and thousands die from flu-related illness.
  • accination is the single best way to
  • helping to prevent an estimated 6.6 million flu-related illnesses, 3.2 million flu-related medical visits and 79,000 hospitalizations.
  • could have been protected if they had gotten vaccinated
  • experts on influenza
  • CDC to provide the best guidance possible on how to prevent and control the spread of influenza.
  • CDC plays a major role in deciding which flu viruses the annual flu vaccine will protect against
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    Stats for influenza.
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Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 2 views

www.cdc.gov/index.htm

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      Symptoms
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      Preventions
  • lu viruses are detected year-round
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  • the season was moderately severe overall, and severe for people 65 years and older, with very high hospitalization rates in that age group.
  • lower levels during the summer
  • Early antiviral treatment works best.
  • More than 40 million doses of 2015-16 flu vaccine(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/vaccination/vaccinesupply.htm) have been distributed in the United States
  • While how well the vaccine works can vary(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/qa/vaccineeffect.htm), flu vaccine is the best way to prevent influenza illness and its complications
alexxabrown

Seasonal Influenza: Flu Basics | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 0 views

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flu influenza seasonal

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  • contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses
  • mild to severe illness
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      Target Populations for influenza. Most vulnerable and require the most attention. (Info graphic directed at children/elderly/people with health conditions)
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  • can result in hospitalization or death
  • older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/high_risk.htm), are at high risk for serious flu complications.
  • upcoming season's flu vaccine(http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/season/index.htm) will protect against the influenza viruses that research indicates will be most common during the season
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      alexxabrown on 19 Sep 15
       
      Common types of influenza
  • influenza A (H1N1) virus, an influenza A (H3N2) virus, and one or two influenza B viruses
Sa'Bachthani-Jasmine Richardson

CDC Presents Updated Estimates of Flu Vaccine Effectiveness for the 2014-2015 Season | ... - 0 views

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influenza vaccinations challenge1 vaccine

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  • How well the flu vaccine works can vary depending on a number of factors
  • vaccine
  • iruses, and the age, health or immune status of the person vaccinated
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  • similarity between circulating influenza viruses
  • None of the VE estimates by age
  • the flu vaccine is having a
  • small effect
  • insufficient samples sizes
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Vaccination & Vaccine Safety | Flu.gov - 0 views

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influenza vaccination safety flu

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  • The flu vaccine is available by shot or nasal spray.Get your flu shot or spray as soon as the vaccine is available in your area.It is especially important to get the vaccine if you, someone you live with, or someone you care for is at high risk of complications from the flu.Mild reactions such as soreness, headaches, and fever are common side effects of the flu vaccine.If you experience a severe reaction such as difficulty breathing, hives, or facial swelling, seek medical attention immediately.
  • There are two different types of flu vaccines, trivalent and quadrivalent.
  • Quadivalent vaccines protect against 4 strains of the flu, A/H3N2, A/H1N1, and 2 strains of influenza B. Quadrivalent vaccines are available in:Traditional flu shots, approved for anyone 6 months and olderNasal spray, approved for healthy people from 2-49, except pregnant women
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  • one flu season.
  • Seasonal flu vaccines have a very good safety track record.
  • If you are sick with a fever, you should wait until your fever is gone before getting a flu shot.
  • Soreness, redness, and swelling at the injection siteFainting, mainly in adolescentsHeadachesFeverNausea
  • Possible mild side effects
  • Runny noseWheezingHeadacheVomitingMuscle achesFever
  • Serious side effects
  • Difficulty breathingHoarsenessSwelling around the eyes or lipsHivesPalenessWeaknessRacing heartDizzinessBehavior changesHigh fever
  • No, you cannot get the flu from the flu shot or the nasal spray.
  • A severe allergy to chicken eggsA history of severe reaction to a flu vaccinationA moderate-to-severe illness with a fever (you should wait until you are better to get the vaccine)A history of Guillain–Barré Syndrome (a severe paralytic illness, also called GBS)
taliyahcarter845

Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Help Stop Germs | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) |... - 1 views

www.cdc.gov/...habits.htm

Preventions

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  • Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Help Stop Germs
  • The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu. There also are flu antiviral drugs that can be used to treat and prevent the flu.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.
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  • If possible, stay home from work, school, and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces at home, work or school, especially when someone is ill. Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.
  • Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.
  • 1. Avoid close contact.Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.
  • Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Help Stop Germs
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      taliyahcarter845 on 03 Sep 15
       
      Preventions
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