The flu is a contagious disease caused by the influenza virus, which spreads easily from person to person. Flu symptoms can range from mild to severe, and can also lead to pneumonia. The flu can be very dangerous to the elderly, so it is important to understand what you can do to keep yourself healthy.
The two best ways to protect against the flu is proper hand washing and getting the flu vaccine or flu shot. Remember, getting the vaccine cannot totally prevent the possibility. The symptoms of the flu can include fever, chills, cough, muscle aches, sore throat, fatigue and headache. If you think that you are getting the flu, talk to your doctor. Let’s all stay healthy this flu season.
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