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Flu

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This publication describes the flu, explains which groups of people should get the flu shot and why, directs people on when to get the shot, and informs people on Medicare where they can go to get flu... Details >

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Flu--Get the Shot

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Each winter, millions of people suffer from the flu, a highly contagious infection. Flu - the short name for influenza - is caused by viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. A flu shot can gr... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

Influenza Symptoms, Protection, and What to Do If You Get Sick

Also available in: Spanish

Influenza (commonly called the “flu”) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. This fact sheet describes common flu symptoms, protection against the flu, and what to do if some... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services