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Flu Facts: Spot the Signs and Beat the Bug!
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The flu can knock you
off your feet. But
knowing how to pamper
yourself can help you
feel better faster.
FLU SYMPTOMS
The following symptoms
pack a powerful punch but
usually clear up within two
weeks. If symptoms linger or
worsen, call your doctor.
- A fever between 102 and
104 degrees Fahrenheit that
lasts three days
- Muscle aches and pains
- Extreme fatigue
- Headache and chest discomfort
- Cough, stuffy nose and
sore throat
COMFORT MEASURES
The best thing
you can do
when you
have the
flu is take
good care
of yourself:
- Eat
well and
drink lots
of fluids,
such as water,
soup and caffeine-free beverages.
- Get plenty of rest.
- Consider over-the-counter
medications, such as nasal
decongestants and acetaminophen.
A SHOT IN THE ARM
An annual flu shot can
greatly lower your chance of
getting the flu. Health
experts recommend yearly
flu shots for those who:
- are age 50 or older
- are ages 6 to 23 months
- live in a long-term care
facility
- have heart disease, lung
disease or diabetes.
To steer clear of the flu,
wash your hands frequently.
Disinfect telephones, doorknobs
and other items
touched by people who have
the flu. And make sure that
used tissues are discarded
right away.
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