Flu Facts

Prevention

• Seasonal flu vaccine

• Wash your hands with soap and water

• Avoid touching, eyes, nose, and mouth before washing hands

• Avoid close contact with sick person

• Eat healthy foods, drink plenty of fluids and get adequate sleep and rest

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or elbow.

What are the symptoms?

• Fever and body aches

• Runny nose

• Dry cough

• Headache

• Fatigue

• Sore throat

• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea (more common in children).

What to do if you are ill:

• Stay home and get plenty of rest

• Drink plenty of fluids avoiding alcohol and smoking

• Over-the-counter Tylenol or Motrin can help fever and body aches

• See your primary care provider early for antiviral medication or further concerns about illness.

For more information, Health and Wellness Center, 4^th floor, Main Building