INFLUENZA VIRUS 2023 ( FLU VIRUS ) SYMPTOMS AND PREVENTIONS

WHAT IS INFLUENZA (FLU)?

Influenza (flu) is a respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus that infects the nose, throat, and lungs similar to the COVID-19 virus. Some people, such as people 65 years and older, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at higher risk of severe flu complications. There are two main types of influenza (flu) viruses: types A and B. These are mainly responsible for the seasonal influenza virus.

HOW DOES INFLUENZA (FLU) SPREAD?

People with flu can spread it to others. Most experts think that flu viruses spread mainly by droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze, or talk. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of nearby people (usually within about 6 feet away) or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Less often, a person might get flu by touching a surface or object that has flu virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose or their eyes.

INFLUENZA (FLU) SYMPTOMS -

Flu viruses can be detected in most infected persons beginning one day before symptoms develop and up to five to seven days after becoming sick. People who are sick with the flu often feel some or all of these symptoms:

• Fever*/feeling feverish or chills
• Cough
• Sore throat
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Muscle or body aches
• Headaches
• Fatigue (tiredness)
• Nausea
• Diaarohea
• Can trigger Sinusitis etc.

*it’s important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever.

INFLUENZA (FLU) PREVENTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS -

• The best way to prevent the flu is by getting vaccinated every year and consulting a doctor rather than self-medication.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• If you are sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to prevent infecting them.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread this way.
• Clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that may be contaminated with viruses that cause the flu.
• People infected with the flu should stay at home for at least 24 hours after their fever is gone except to get medical care or other necessities.
• We should eat healthy food and boost our immunity.
• Detect Vitamin And Mineral Deficiencies and get them treated.

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