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Flu in Children: How It Spreads, Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, Prevention - 0 views

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  • But while children may have nausea, stomach pain and/or vomiting with flu, the key influenza symptoms in children include a high fever, chills and shakes, body aches, sore throat, headaches and a dry hacking cough.
  • Three main types of influenza viruses can give you the flu. Types A and B cause the yearly outbreaks. Type C leads to mild, random cases.
  • eel worse during the first 2 or 3 days they're sick.
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  • Symptoms include:Child Discipline TacticsDiscipline is the process of teaching your child what type of behavior is acceptable and what type is not acceptable. In other words, discipline teaches a child to follow rules. Discipline may involve both punishment, such as a time out, and, more importantly, rewards. It sounds so straightforward, yet every parent becomes frustrated at one time or another with issues surrounding children and discipline.To read more, click hereRelated to parenting school-age children ADHD, puberty in girls, puberty in boys, learning disabilities, children's health, autism and vaccines, school lunches, getting ready for school, giving the sex talk, children's vitamins, chores for children, overactive bladder in children© 2008 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.A high-grade fever up to 104 degrees FChills and shakes with the feverExtreme tirednessHeadache and body achesDry, hacking coughSore throatVomiting and belly pain
  • Some parents mistake the flu for a stomach bug. That’s because unlike adults, children with the flu can have nausea, stomach pain, and vomiting.
  • he illness comes on fast and is more intense than a cold
  • flu is highly contagious, particularly when kids share close quarters like they do in school classrooms
  • spreads when they inhale droplets that are coughed up or sneezed by an infected person, or when they come in direct contact with mucus or spit from someone who has the flu.
  • spread the flu a day before their symptoms start, and 5-7 days after they get sick.
  • The best way is to get a yearly vaccination. The CDC says all people 6 months and older should get one.  
  • Pregnant women and caregivers of children younger than 6 months or of children with certain health conditions should get the shot.
alexxabrown

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

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flu influenza CDC statistics

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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
    • alexxabrown
      alexxabrown on 19 Sep 15
       
      Another preventative method 
kayanking

Influenza is a contagious disease caused by an RNA virus of the orthomyxoviridae family - 0 views

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  • nfluenza A viruses that infect mammals (humans, pigs, ferrets, horses) and birds Influenza B viruses that infect only humans Influenza C viruses that infect only humans
  • The flu can make chronic health problems worse.
  • The virus attacks the respiratory tract, is transmitted from person to person by droplets, and causes the following symptoms: fever (usually high), headache, extreme tiredness, dry cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, and muscle aches. Gastro-intestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, are much more common among children than adults.
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  • Some of the complications caused by flu include bacterial pneumonia, dehydration, and worsening of chronic medical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes. Children may get sinus problems and ear infections.
  • more severe and last longer than those of the cold.
  • Recovery takes about one to two weeks. Influenza can be deadly, especially for the weak, old or chronically ill.
  • Most people who get influenza will recover in one to two weeks, but others will develop life-threatening complications (such as pneumonia). Millions of people in the United States (about 10% to 20% of U.S. residents) are infected with influenza each year.
  • influenza A
  • Influenza is an extremely variable disease; similar viruses are found in pigs and domestic fowl.
  • It is possible to get vaccinated against influenza
  • People at high risk for complications from the flu; People 65 years and older; People who live in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities that house those with long-term illnesses; Adults and children 6 months and older with chronic heart or lung conditions, including asthma; Adults and children 6 months and older who needed regular medical care or were in a hospital during the previous year because of a metabolic disease (like diabetes), chronic kidney disease, or weakened immune system (including immune system problems caused by medicines or by infection with human immunodeficiency virus [HIV/AIDS]); Children 6 months to 18 years of age who are on long-term aspirin therapy. (Children given aspirin while they have influenza are at risk of Reye syndrome.); Women who will be pregnant during the influenza season; and All children 6 to 23 months of age.
  • There are some people who should not be vaccinated. This includes: People who have a severe allergy to chicken eggs. People who have had a severe reaction to an influenza vaccination in the past. People who developed Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) within 6 weeks of getting an influenza vaccine previously.
  • Children less
  • People who are sick with a fever. (These people can get vaccinated once their symptoms lessen.)
evuvuu

Flu in Children: How It Spreads, Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, Prevention - 0 views

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children influenza flu symptoms

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  • WebMD
  • Plenty of restPlenty of liquidsUsing acetaminophen or ibuprofen to lower fever and ease aches -- you can get both in children's versions.
  • Don’t give aspirin to children or teenagers.
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  • harm their liver or cause brain damage.
  • drug makers say not to give over-the-counter cough and cold medicines to children under age 4.
  • they warn against using them for children younger than 6.
  • o to the emergency room or call 911 if she has one of the following sympto
  • She has trouble
  • that doesn’t get better after you suction and clean her nose.Her skin turns bluish or gray skin.She seems sicker than in any previous episode of illness or doesn’t respond like normal -- for example, if she doesn’t cry when expected or make good eye contact with you, or if she’s listless or lethargic.She isn’t drinking fluids well or shows signs of dehydration, like absence of tears, crying less, peeing less (dry diapers), is cranky, or has low energy.She has a seizure.
  • breathing
yarelisfl

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influenza prevention

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  • prevent influenza is by getting the influenza vaccine
  • flu season usually occurs between November and April.
  • The vaccine usually protects 50 to 80 percent of those who are vaccinated from getting the flu
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  • increase the risk of a nervous system disorder called Guillain-Barré syndrome.
  • The flu vaccine is recommended for nearly all people six months of age and older. The vaccine is especially important for:
  • handwashing
  • at least 24 hours af
  • The most effective way to prevent influenza is by getting the influenza vaccine (the flu shot or flu nasal spray) and using simple infection control measures such as hand washing. Antiviral medicines can also help prevent infection if you are exposed to the flu.
  •  Because the influenza virus changes (or "mutates") slightly from year to year, you need a new influenza vaccine before each flu season. People should get the flu vaccine soon after it has become available to get the most benefit.
  • Vaccine side effects — People who get the vaccine as an injection (either into muscle or skin) can have reactions at the injection site. Intramuscular injections can cause redness, swelling, and/or soreness at the site. Intradermal injections can cause redness, swelling, and/or itching. The high-dose intramuscular vaccine and the intradermal vaccine are more likely to cause local reactions than the standard-dose intramuscular vaccine
  • Vaccine formulations — The flu vaccine is available in three forms in the United States, as an injection into the muscle, as an injection into the skin, and as a nasal spray
  • The injection of the flu vaccine into the muscle (regular flu shot) is approved for adults and children 6 months and older. In older adults, a high-dose version of this vaccine works a little better than the standard-dose version;
  • The injection of flu vaccine into the skin in what is called an intradermal injection is approved for adults aged 18 to 64 years.
  • The nasal spray is approved only for healthy children age 2 years and older and healthy adults up to 49 years. In 2014, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended the nasal spray instead of the regular flu shot for healthy children 2 to 8 years of age when it is immediately available.
  • People who are vaccinated form antibodies (proteins), which destroy the influenza virus after the person is exposed. It generally takes about two weeks to make these antibodies.
  • Antiviral medicines can help to reduce the chances of developing the flu after being exposed to someone who is infected. These medicines can also be used in certain people who are at risk for developing complications from the flu and who cannot receive the flu vaccine.
  • INFLUENZA VACCINE
  • Getting the influenza vaccine is the most effective way to reduce the chance of becoming infected with the flu. People who get the influenza vaccine have a lower chance of illness and death from influenza compared with people who are not vaccinated. (See "Seasonal influenza vaccination in adults" and "Seasonal influenza in children: Prevention with vaccines".)
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    Vaccine
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
  • 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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      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
      Not to Self: I have asthma relate that during essay.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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
  • Prevent seasonal flu: Get vaccinated
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs.
  • 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.
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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.
  • droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine each season
  • 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.
  • specially young children and people with weakened immune systems, might be able to infect others for an even longer time
  • 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.
  • approved for people of different ages.
  • are manufactured using virus grown in eggs
  • Trivalent flu vaccine protects against two influenza A viruses (an H1N1 and an H3N2) and an influenza B
  • Vaccination to prevent influenza is particularly important for people who are at high risk of serious complications from influenza
  • 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.
  • flu shots are given with a needle
  • 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
  • contagious respiratory illness
Miranda Blue

Flu Symptoms and Complications - 0 views

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influenza flu symptoms

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  • People who have the flu often experience Fever Feeling feverish/chills Cough Sore throat Runny or stuffy nose Muscle aches Headaches Fatigue (tiredness) Vomiting and diarrhea (more common in children than adults)
  • In children
  • Fast breathing or trouble breathing Bluish skin color Not drinking enough fluids Not waking up or not interacting Irritability even when being held Improvement of flu-like symptoms followed by return of symptoms with fever and worse cough Fever with a rash
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  • In infants
  • Being unable to eat No tears when crying Significantly fewer wet diapers than normal
  • adults
  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen Sudden dizziness Confusion Severe or persistent vomiting Improvement of flu-like symptoms followed by return of symptoms with fever and worse cough
  • Certain people are at greater risk for serious complications if they get the flu.
  • Children younger than 5, especially children younger than 2 years old Newborn babies recently out of intensive care units Adults age 65 or older Pregnant women American Indians and Alaska Natives Those who are obese
  • People younger than age 19 who are receiving long-term aspirin therapy People with certain medical conditions, including Asthma
  • Weakened immune function, including those with HIV/AIDS or cancer
  • Neurological conditions
  • Chronic lung disease
  • Heart disease
  • Blood disorders, such as sickle cell disease
  • Diabetes Certain kidney, liver, and metabolic disorders
Mikeria Busby

Flu Symptoms & Severity | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 0 views

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influenza symptoms

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  • t 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 (tiredness)
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  • Anyone can get the flu (even healthy people),
  • Most people who get influenza will recover in a few days to less than two weeks, but some people will develop complications (such as pneumonia) as a result of the flu, some of which can be life-threatening and result in death.
  • Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.
  • lu is unpredictable
  • During recent flu seasons, between 80% and 90% of flu related deaths have occurred in people 65 years and older.
  • Fever* or feeling feverish/chills Cough Sore throat Runny or stuffy nose Muscle or body aches Headaches Fatigue (tiredness) Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.
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    symtoms of influenza 
  • Mikeria Busby on 07 Sep 15
     
    "Fever* or feeling feverish/chills Cough Sore throat Runny or stuffy nose Muscle or body aches Headaches Fatigue (tiredness) Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults. * It's important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever"
taliyahcarter845

Influenza (flu) - Mayo Clinic - 2 views

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  • Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system — your nose, throat and lungs.
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      melissabergmann on 06 Sep 14
       
      mayoclinic.org
  • Influenza and its complications can be deadly
  • Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system
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  • nfluenza and its complications can be deadly.
  • Young children Older adults Pregnant women People with weakened immune systems People who have chronic illnesses
  • Your best defense against influenza is to receive an annual vaccination.
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      abrown844 on 08 Sep 14
       
      Get your flu vaccination!!
  • Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system — your nose, throat and lungs. Influenza, commonly called the flu, is not the same as the stomach "flu" viruses that cause diarrhea and vomiting.
  • Influenza and its complications can be deadly. People at higher risk of developing flu complications include:
  • Your best defense against influenza is to receive an annual vaccination.
  • Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system
  • Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system — your nose, throat and lungs. Influenza, commonly called the flu, is not the same as stomach "flu" viruses that cause diarrhea and vomiting.
  • People at higher risk of developing flu complications include: Young children under 5, and especially those under 2 years Adults older than 65 Residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities Pregnant women People with weakened immune systems People who have chronic illnesses, such as asthma, heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes People who are very obese, with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher
  • Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system — your nose, throat and lungs. Influenza, commonly called the flu, is not the same as stomach "flu" viruses that cause diarrhea and vomiting.
  • For most people, influenza resolves on its own, but sometimes,
  • People at higher risk of developing flu complications include: Young children under 5, and especially those under 2 years Adults older than 65 Residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities Pregnant women People with weakened immune systems People who have chronic illnesses, such as asthma, heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes People who are very obese, with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher
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      destinytaylor on 07 Sep 15
       
      These people are at a higher risk than others,
  • Definition
  • szapata805 on 10 Sep 14
     
    "Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system - your nose, throat and lungs. Influenza, commonly called the flu, is not the same as the stomach "flu" viruses that cause diarrhea and vomiting. Influenza and its complications can be deadly. People at higher risk of developing flu complications include: Young children Older adults Pregnant women People with weakened immune systems People who have chronic illnesses Your best defense against influenza is to receive an annual vaccination."
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    stats about influenza
  • destinytaylor on 07 Sep 15
     
    People who are affceted by the flu worse.
  • taliyahcarter845 on 11 Sep 15
     
    What Influenza is?
maireewelch329

Influenza: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Treating the Flu. - 0 views

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influenza information

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  • Preventing the flu
  • flu prevention is getting vaccinated each year with a flu shot
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick, stay home when you are sick, cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze, wash your hands, avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth, get plenty of sleep, and drink plenty of fluids. In certain situations, antiviral drugs can be used to prevent seasonal influenza.
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  • contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses.
  • best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccination each year
  • ncluding ducks, chickens, pigs, and horses. Influenza B viruses circulate widely only among humans.
  • virus types A, B, and C.
  • spirin should never be used to treat flu-like symptoms in children.
  • coughing or sneezing by people infected with influenza.
  • nclude bacterial pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, dehydration, and worsening of chronic medical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, asthma, or diabetes.
  • by touching a contaminated surface and then touching their mouth or nose.
  • Symptoms of the flu include fever, headache, fatigue, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, diarrhea and vomiting (more common among children than adults).
  • here are some actions you can take at home, such as getting plenty of rest, drinking plenty of liquids, avoiding alcohol and tobacco use, and taking medication to relieve the symptoms of flu.
  • spread mainly from person to person
  • also known as the flu
  • severe illness, and at times can lead to death.
  • Both type A and type B flu viruses are responsible for the seasonal outbreaks of flu. Type A flu viruses are found in many different animals,
  • If you develop flu-like symptoms and are concerned about your illness, especially if you are at high risk for complications of the flu, you should consult your health care provider. Those at high risk for complications include people 65 years or older, people with chronic medical conditions, pregnant women, and young children.
  • Antiviral drugs may also be prescribed for treating the flu, depending upon the duration of illness, severity of symptoms, and your medical history.
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bwilliams181

Preventive Measures to Control the Spread of Influenza (Flu) | Miami Children's Hospital - 1 views

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Influenza flu HSA Challenge1 prevention EnglishII deflitch

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  • Hand Hygiene:Wash hands or use alcohol hand solutions after being in public or after contact with anyone with a cold or flu. Make it a habit to frequently wash hands with soap and water
  • Cough Etiquette:Turn head and cough or sneeze into a disposable tissue and promptly dispose of the used tissue; or cough into the inside of the elbow if a tissue is not available
  • Don't expose young children or immunosuppressed children unnecessarily to large crowds when influenza is in your community
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  • Stay home from work or school if you have influenza (fever, muscle aches, cough)
  • Avoid close contact (holding, kissing) between infants and anyone who has a cold or flu
  • Do not share anything that goes into the mouth such as drinking cups and straws
  • Frequently clean commonly touched surfaces (door knob, refrigerator handle, phone, water faucets) if someone in the house has a cold or flu
  • It is best to avoid smoking around children.
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.
  • he timi
  • g of flu
  • 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.
julia roush

All Children Older Than 6 Months Need an Influenza Vaccination - Scientific American - 0 views

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when should people get vaccinated for the flu

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  • all child care providers and staff, and all women who are pregnant, are considering pregnancy, are in the postpartum period, or are breastfeeding during the influenza season.
  • the dosing algorithm for administration of influenza vaccine to children 6 months through 8 years of age has been updated.
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WHO | Influenza (Seasonal) - 0 views

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influenza seasonal

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  • cute viral infection that spreads easily from person to person.
  • irculate worldwide and can affect anybody in any age group.
  • peak during winter in temperate regions.
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  • severe illness and death in high risk populations.
  • 3 types of seasonal influenza viruses
  • A, B and C.
  • C influenza cases occur much less frequently than A and B.
  • circulate in all parts of the world.
  • Seasonal influenza spreads easily and can sweep through schools, nursing homes,
  • easonal influenza vaccines.
  • onset of high fever, cough (usually dry), headache, muscle and joint pain, severe malaise (feeling unwell), sore throat and runny nose. Cough can be severe and can last 2 or more weeks. Mo
  • as the incubation period, is about 2 days.
  • affect all population
  • children younger than age 2 years, adults aged 65 years or older, pregnant women, and people of any age with certain medical condition
  • such as chronic heart, lung, kidney, liver, blood or metabolic diseases (such as diabetes), or weakened immune systems.
  • only influenza A and B vi
  • businesses or towns.
  • infected droplets get into the air and another person can breathe them in and be exposed.
  • nnual attack rate estimated at 5%–10% in adults and 20%–30% in children.
  • about 3 to 5 million cases of severe illness, and about 250 000 to 500 000 deaths.
  • ost deaths associated with influenza occur among people age 65 or older.
  • . Clinics and hospital
  • during peak illness periods.
  • most effective way to prevent
  • vaccination.
  • WHO recommends annual vaccination for:
  • pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy children aged 6 months to 5 years elderly individuals (≥65 years of age) individuals with chronic medical conditions health-care workers.
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    facts, symptoms, recommended vaccination, who is in risk, and prevention.
arytman716

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HSA Challenge1 influenza flu

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  • Children aged 6 months up to their 19th birthday Pregnant women People 50 years of age and older People of any age with certain medical conditions, including chronic lung disease People who live in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities People who live with or care for those at high risk for complications from flu, including health care workers, household contacts of persons at high risk for complications from the flu, and caregivers of children less than 6 months of age who are too young to be vaccinated
  • The flu shot
  • The flu shot is covered by Medicare and other health insurance
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  • asal spray approved to protect people from getting the flu
  • FluMist
  • Practice Good Health Habits
  • Wash your hands often.
  • Keep your distance when you are sick or if you are around someone else who is sick. Keep it to yourself
  • The viruses in the flu shot are inactivated, which means that someone receiving the vaccine cannot get influenza from the flu shot.
bwilliams181

MDCH - Transmission and Prevention of Influenza - 1 views

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Influenza flu HSA Challenge1 prevention EnglishII

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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 
alexxabrown

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]seasonal flu gov

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  • Approximately 5-20% of U.S. residents get the flu each year.
  • Getting the flu vaccine is your best protection against the flu.
  • pneumonia and dehydration.
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  • Illness from seasonal flu usually lasts one to two weeks.
  • n the United States, flu season occurs in the fall and winter.
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      alexxabrown on 19 Sep 15
       
      When is flu season?
  • more likely to experience complications from the seasonal flu
  • Children (especially those younger than 2)
  • he best protection against seasonal flu is the flu vaccine
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      Best prevention method
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Flu Facts - 3 views

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  • iral infection of the nose and throat
  • Influenza is a serious illness that leads to approximately 20,000 hospitalizations, most in children younger than 5 years of age, and an average of 100 pediatric deaths in children less than 18 years old,
  • the virus passes into the air and can be breathed in by anyone
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  • spread easily from person to person
  • igh fever with fatigue, aches, headache, cough, sore throat, a runny nose, and muscle pain.
  • ear aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
  • during the fall and winter each year in the United States
  • hand hygiene, cough etiquette, and staying home from work and school when ill.
  • Annual vaccination is the best way to prevent influenza.
  • get immunized as soon as vaccine is available in your community
  • The influenza vaccine is updated each year
  • cal hospitals, health clinics, and retail stores including pharmacies all offer vaccines.
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Flu Facts - 0 views

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      use for paper.
  • Flu is the common name for influenza. It's a virus that infects the respiratory system. Often when you're sick with a virus, your body builds up a defense system by making antibodies against it. That means you usually don't get that particular virus strain again. Unfortunately, flu viruses mutate (change) each year. So you aren't protected from getting the flu forever. Some years the change in the flu virus is slight. So if you do get the flu, it's mild. The antibodies from having the flu before give you partial protection. But every 10 years or so the flu virus goes through a major change and many people get severe cases.
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    Tells the overall view in children s terms.
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vaccination influenza

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  • Pediatricians can and should still take action to protect children from influenza late in the flu season. Because influenza occurs in many areas of the world during April through September, vaccine should be given to travelers who missed vaccination in the preceding fall and winter. Children younger than age 9 years who needed 2 doses of vaccine but have not received it yet, can still get it now.
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