Utica Park Clinic health care providers continue to advise patients to be vigilant during this time. Parents can help keep their families protected by recognizing the signs of the flu as early as possible. When the flu is diagnosed within 72 hours of the onset of symptoms, antiviral medications can help reduce the severity and duration of the flu. The flu is different from a cold. Be aware of these symptoms, which can come on quickly:
• Fever or feeling feverish/chills
• Cough
• Sore throat
• Runny or stuffy nose
• Muscle or body aches
• Headaches
• Fatigue (tiredness)
• Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.
Not everyone will experience all of these symptoms with the flu, including a fever.
Also, anyone 65 and older, or with other medical conditions, as well as pregnant women need to be especially careful of being around anyone who may be ill during this time. Continue to wash your hands several times a day with warm water and soap, avoid touching your face and support a healthy immune system by getting enough rest, staying hydrated, exercise and maintain a healthy diet.
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