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  1. Mayo Clinic
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    Influenza (flu) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    • Flu, also called influenza, is an infection of the nose, throat and lungs, which are part of the respiratory system. The flu is caused by a virus. Influenza viruses are different from the "stomach flu" viruses that caus… See more

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    The viruses that cause flu spread at high levels during certain times of the year in the Northern … See more

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    Causes

    Influenza is caused by viruses. These viruses travel through the air in droplets when someone with the infection coughs, sneezes or talks. You can inhale the droplets dir… See more

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    Complications

    If you're young and healthy, the flu usually isn't serious. Although you may feel awful while you have it, the flu usually goes away in a week or two with no lasting effects. But people at hi… See more

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    Prevention

    The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends annual flu vaccination for people age 6 months and older who do not have a medical reason to avoid the v… See more

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    Flu (Influenza): Causes, Symptoms, Types & Treatment
    What is the flu (influenza)? The flu is an illness you get from the influenza virus. It causes symptoms like head and body aches, sore throat, fever and respiratory symptoms, which can be severe. Flu i…
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    Flu (Influenza): Causes, Symptoms, Types & Treatment

    Oct 11, 2022 · What is the flu (influenza)? The flu is an illness you get from the influenza virus. It causes symptoms like head and body aches, sore throat, fever and respiratory symptoms, which can be severe. Flu is most common in winter …

  3. WebMD
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    Do I Have The Flu? Flu Symptoms, Treatments, and Prevention.

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  5. CDC
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    Influenza (Flu) | Influenza (Flu) | CDC - Centers for …

    Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. Learn about flu, including symptoms, prevention methods, and treatment options.

  6. CDC
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    Signs and Symptoms of Flu | Influenza (Flu) | CDC

    Aug 26, 2024 · Learn about identifying flu symptoms, how the diagnosis works, common complications, and more.

  7. CDC
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    Flu: What To Do If You Get Sick | Influenza (Flu) | CDC

    Aug 30, 2024 · Most people with flu have mild illness and do not need medical care or antiviral drugs. If you get sick with flu symptoms, in most cases, you should stay home and avoid contact with other people except to get medical …

  8. TIME
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    Sick Season Is in Full Force. Here’s What’s Going Around

  9. MedlinePlus
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    Flu: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

    Jul 23, 2024 · The flu (influenza) is a viral respiratory illness that causes fever, chills, runny nose, body aches, and cough. It spreads easily from person to person. The flu can cause moderate to severe symptoms.

  10. Today
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    Where Is Flu Surging In US? These States Have The Highest Rates

  11. MedlinePlus
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    Flu | Flu Symptoms | Stomach Flu | Influenza

    Feb 28, 2024 · The flu, also called influenza, is a respiratory infection caused by viruses. Each year, millions of Americans get sick with the flu. Sometimes it causes mild illness. But it can also be serious or even deadly, especially for …