It is at this time of the year again -. Flus, colds and allergies are kicking in the flu season lasts from October to May, usually peaking in February. When you get sniffles and pain, it is difficult to tell the difference because these diseases have similar symptoms - but treatment can be very different. The National Health Institute offers a handy chart comparing the symptoms, treatment and prevention:
cold, flu, or allergies? Know the difference for the best treatment
The flu can be serious for some groups: the elderly (65+), children (especially those under 2), and people with chronic diseases. Your best defense is a vaccine against influenza. The CDC suggests that everyone 6 months and older should be vaccinated against influenza.
Use the vaccine against the flu Finder to find a location near you.
In addition to the flu, parents are very concerned about the virus that affects children - while it is not a new virus, it seems to be popping up and causing concern. The CDC provides more resources to learn about enterovirus D68 and some prevention tips.
Here are links to the most useful resources influenza
- Flu.gov
- what you need to know for the 2014-2015 flu season
- flu symptoms and treatment
- people at high risk of developing complications Flu-
- flu information for parents with young children
- the information of the flu for travelers
- seasonal flu information for businesses and employers
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