What is influenza (flu)?
Flu is a contagious respiratory illness that spreads from person to person. Anyone can get the flu, but it is more dangerous for some people. Infants and young children, people 65 years of age and older, pregnant women, and people with certain health conditions or a weakened immune system are at greatest risk of flu complications. To learn more about the flu visit, www.cdc.gov/flu.
What are the signs and symptoms?
Influenza (flu) can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. Some of the symptoms of flu and COVID-19 are similar, such as fever and chills, sore throat, muscle aches, fatigue, cough, headache, and runny or stuffy nose. Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults. Unlike the common cold the flu comes on suddenly. If you begin to experience these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
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