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Influenza (Flu) Information

 
November 18 H1N1 Clinic Info
 

The flu is a virus that can cause respiratory (nose, throat and lungs) sickness.  There are many kinds of the flu, such as seasonal flu and novel H1N1 flu (also known as “swine” flu). You can protect yourself from the flu by taking a few simple actions.

Things you can do:

• Always stay home if you are sick. Keep your kids home if they are sick.
• Wash your hands often. Use soap and warm water or hand sanitizer.
• Cover your coughs and sneezes. Try coughing or sneezing into your sleeve.
• Get vaccinated against the seasonal flu each year as soon as you can. To find a flu shot clinic near you, click here.
• Get vaccinated against novel H1N1 flu when it becomes available to you. Certain groups are a priority for receiving the vaccine first.
• If you are concerned, talk to your doctor. Antiviral drugs may be prescribed for some people with influenza. Click here for more details on treatment with antiviral medications.
• Learn more by visiting the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention or the Minnesota Department of Health.

Do you have flu symptoms?

Possible signs of the flu are:

• Fever of 100 degrees or more along with a cough or sore throat
• Other symptoms may be a runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and/or fatigue.

Minnesota FluLine offers support and treatment options for people with possible symptoms of influenza. Call toll-free line at 1-866-259-4655. The call is free.

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