How to Avoid The Flu This Season

The flu virus is a respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. Symptoms include fever, cough, headache, general fatigue and a runny or stuffy nose, and it lasts for about 1 to 2 weeks.

Protect yourself from the flu this season:

Get vaccinated! Getting your flu shot early is one of the best ways to avoid catching the flu, or passing it along to anyone else.

Wash your hands. We touch hundreds of items and surfaces every day, and proper hand washing helps us prevent picking up any bacteria or viruses that might make us sick.

When you cough or sneeze, do it into your elbow. This will help to control the spread of germs by preventing them from being transferred through the air or on your hands.

Let’s build a healthy community by getting our flu shot today.

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