1. Influenza
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2. Causes
3 types of viruses
Influenza A - epidemics
Influenza B - localized
Influenza C - less
common

3. highly contagious
transmitted through
physical contact
with bodily
secretions
can live in everyday
objects for a small
period of time
65+ yrs. and health-
care providers are
at higher risk

4. Signs & Symptoms
incubation: 1-4 days
symptoms: cough,
runny nose, head and
muscle aches, fatigue
diagnosed by common
symptoms or a physical
examination

5. Mainly affects the Respiratory System

6. Avoiding Influenza
Wash your hands
with soap or hand
sanitizer
Sanitize areas where
people often touch

7. Treatment
get plenty of rest
Drink a lot of fluids
if needed,
take over
the counter
pain
relievers

8. Example: H1N1 Virus