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Get ready, world – flu season is upon us and it’s time to remind ourselves what to look for and how to take extra care of ourselves to avoid getting sick. Most, if not all of us, have had our flu shot already. If you haven’t, I encourage you to contact your primary care physician about receiving the vaccine.

The flu spreads from person to person, up to about six feet away. Many experts believe the flu is spread mainly by droplets made from people with the flu when they sneeze, cough or talk. To avoid this, stay home if you are sick and stay away from others who are ill. It is important to wash your hands often with soap and water and disinfect surfaces and objects that may be contaminated with germs like the flu.

The flu often comes on suddenly and people who have the flu experience all or some of the following symptoms: 

• fever, or feeling feverish/chills
• cough
• sore throat
• runny or stuffy nose
• muscle or body aches
• headaches
• fatigue

If you are sick with flu-like illness, stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except for medical care or for other necessities. Your fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine. When sick, limit your contact with others as much as possible. Thanks for stopping by – see you next week!