2. Most people in good health will
recover from the flu without
complications, but some, such as the
elderly, young children and those
with pre-existing conditions, have an
increased risk of serious
complications from the flu.
3. Fever (usually high).
Headache.
Fatigue (sometimes very intense).
Cough.
Clinical features
4. Sore throat.
Runny or stuffy nose.
Muscle and joint pain throughout the body.
Less commonly, diarrhea and vomiting,
especially in children.
Clinical features
5. Avoid touching your face, eyes, mouth and nose:
When your hands are not washed avoid touching any
part of the face, as they are a way that the flu virus
enters your body.
Wash hands with soap and water often: The correct
way is rubbing the palms and back of the
Precautions
6. Avoid contact with crowds: It is best to stay away
from theaters, cinema, shopping centers or any large
crowds, to avoid any contagion
Take lots of vitamin C: Consuming plenty of vitamin C,
It can be found in citrus fruits like oranges, kiwis or
vegetables like spinach. These can assist you from
avoiding the flu virus.
Precautions
7. Get plenty of rest and drink plenty of
fluids. You can also find over the
counter medications to relieve the
symptoms of flu.
What if we catch it?