Influenza

Oh, yes, it's here.  

• Get your flu shot if you have not already done so.  People who are vaccinated are less likely to catch the flu- if they do catch the flu they are less likely to be as sick
• wash your hands
• cover your cough
• wash your hands again
• Stay home if you feel sick, especially if you have a fever, headache, body aches, and/or dry cough
• If you have fever, fatigue, wet cough, sputum, and shortness of breath call your doctor.  You may pneumonia, which can complicate the flu or occur all on its own.
• If someone living with you is diagnosed with influenza, call your doctor and ask for prophylaxis (medication to prevent you from getting sick)
• Droplet precautions should be used for all suspect or confirmed influenza cases for 7 days after illness or until 24 hours after the resolution of fever and respiratory symptoms, whichever is longer.  This means avoid going out in public.  If you do, then wear a surgical mask to prevent spreading the flu to others
• ​wash your hands again
  

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