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… 12b Influenza (Flu) Series What is influenza? … nose Anti-influenza drugs or antivirals are available by prescription, but these must be … start of your symptoms to work best. These will shorten symptoms by about 3 days if given …
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… Myths and facts about influenza and influenza immunization Myth: Influenza is not a serious … Myths and facts about influenza and influenza immunization Myth: Influenza is not a serious …
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… vaccine, seniors should be immunized against pneumococcal disease. The pneumococcal vaccine protects against … and ear. It is safe to get the influenza and pneumococcal vaccines at the same time. Most …
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… Series What is the inactivated influenza vaccine? The inactivated influenza vaccine is made of killed influenza viruses or … viruses and is given by an injection. The vaccine does not protect against other viruses …
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… Series What is the live attenuated influenza vaccine? The live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV) is made from weakened influenza … viruses and is given as a nasal spray. The vaccine does not protect against other viruses …
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… Condition Basics What is bird flu? Bird flu is an infection caused by a certain kind of avian influenza virus. Although there are many kinds … can make people sicker than other kinds of influenza (flu) viruses. Even though only a …
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… Condition Overview What is influenza (flu)? Influenza (flu) is a viral … in direct contact with poultry infected with avian influenza during culling operations. The … such as echinacea. Related Information Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) Difference Between …
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… Overview Influenza (flu) and the common cold are both … and early spring. Related Information Colds Influenza (Seasonal Flu) Credits Adaptation … this information was developed . … Overview Influenza (flu) and the common cold are both …
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… to do if you bend or break a needle while giving yourself a shot. Carefully remove the needle … then give the injection in a new spot. What about infections? To help prevent infection …
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… Overview Although most cases of influenza (flu) get better without causing other … other muscles. Related Information Influenza (Seasonal Flu) Credits Current as of: October …
