The flu also known as influenza is a viral illness which occurs commonly in the colder months, October to March.  The best way to prevent the flu is yearly vaccination at the begining of flu season.  

Symptoms

• Fever

• Chills

• Cough

• Sore Throat

• Fatigue

• Body Aches

• Headache

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

Risk Factors

• Children under age 5

• Adults 65 and older

• Pregnancy

• Up to 2 weeks postpartum

• Living in a nursing home

• Having a chronic medical condition

• Asthma

• COPD

• Cystic Fibrosis

• Sickle cell disease

• Diabetes

• Kidney disease

• HIV

• Obesity

• Certain Medications & Treatments

• Chronic steroid drug use

• Chemotherapy

• Radiation therapy