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rivera627

How Flu Spreads | Seasonal Influenza (Flu) | CDC - 0 views

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  • People with flu can spread it to others up to about 6 feet away.
  • Most experts think that flu viruses are spread mainly by droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze or talk. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. 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 or nose.
  • If soap and water are not available,
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  • It also is important to wash hands often with soap and water.
  • Most healthy adults may be able to infect other people beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 5 to 7 days after becoming sick. Children may pass the virus for longer than 7 days. Symptoms start 1 to 4 days after the virus enters the body.
  • use an alcohol-based hand rub.
  • Linens, eating utensils, and dishes belonging to those who are sick should not be shared without washing thoroughly first. Eating utensils can be washed either in a dishwasher or by hand with water and soap and do not need to be cleaned separately. Further, frequently touched surfaces should be cleaned and disinfected at home, work and school, especially if someone is ill.
  • To avoid this, people should stay away from sick people and stay home if sick.
  • Most healthy adults may be able to infect other people beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 5 to 7 days after becoming sick. Children may pass the virus for longer than 7 days. Symptoms start 1 to 4 days after the virus enters the body. That means that 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. Some people can be infected with the flu virus but have no symptoms. During this time, those persons may still spread the virus to others.
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      blake_hood5572 on 03 Sep 15
       
      how contagious it is.
  • People with flu can spread it to others up to about 6 feet away.
  • The Flu Is Contagious
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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      shaneep110 on 05 Sep 14
       
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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.
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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
  • contagious respiratory illness
bwilliams181

Flu (Influenza) - Prevention.com - 1 views

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Influenza flu HSA Challenge1 prevention EnglishII deflitch symptoms

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  • Influenza (the flu) is a respiratory infection.
  • It is caused by the influenza virus.
  • Influenza typically is spread by air or by direct contact from one person to another.
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  • Influenza virus is very contagious.
  • Epidemics peak during the winter months
  • Most influenza cases occur during epidemics.
  • With influenza, the virus usually has mutated (changed) somewhat since the first infection.
  • The most common types of influenza virus are A and B. Influenza A is the one usually responsible for the annual epidemics.
  • Most people get multiple flu infections during their lives.
  • With many other types of infections, having the disease once protects against a second infection.
  • That is because the body's immune system remembers the returning virus. It attacks it immediately, and rapidly eliminates it.
  • A particularly widespread and severe epidemic is called a pandemic.
  • Flu can cause a variety of symptoms. They can be mild or severe. Symptoms and severity depend on the type of virus, your age and overall health.
  • Chills Moderate to high fever (101 to 103 degrees Fahrenheit) Sore throat Runny nose Muscle aches Headaches Fatigue Cough Diarrhea Dizziness
  • Vaccination — Vaccination can reduce your chances of getting the flu and transmitting it to others. Vaccination each year is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and older.
  • Good hygiene — The virus usually is passed through the air, by coughing. It also is passed by direct contact, such as shaking hands or kissing.
  • Antiviral drugs — Zanamivir (Relenza) and oseltamivir (Tamiflu) can substantially reduce your chance of getting the flu if they are taken just before an expected outbreak.
david_good14

Infectious diseases - Mayo Clinic - 0 views

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How it is passed on to and description

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  • Infectious diseases are disorders caused by organisms — such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites.
  • Some infectious diseases can be passed from person to person. Some are transmitted by bites from insects or animals.
  • Signs and symptoms vary depending on the organism causing the infection, but often include fever and fatigue.
marandahalstead

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.
katerastokes865

Flu: MedlinePlus - 0 views

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  • Flu is a respiratory infection caused by a number of viruses. The viruses pass through the air and enter your body through your nose or mouth.
  • The flu can be serious or even deadly for elderly people, newborn babies, and people with certain chronic illnesses.
  • Symptoms of the flu come on suddenly and are worse than those of the common cold. They may include Body or muscle aches Chills Cough Fever Headache Sore throat
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  • Colds rarely cause a fever or headaches. Flu almost never causes an upset stomach. And "stomach flu" isn't really flu at all, but gastroenteritis.
  • Is it a cold or the flu?
apettistate345

How Doctors Avoid Cold and Flu Germs - 1 views

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prevention flu

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  • Warm water and soap will kill the germs
  • be sure you don’t rush
  • Hands are veritable germ factories
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  • keep them away from your nose and mouth
  • keep them away from your food during cold and flu season
  • Colds and flu are caused by viruses
  • can easily pass from person to person, or from surface to person.
  • make it a point of carrying around little bottles of alcohol-based cleansers
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