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Prepare yourself and your family for pandemic flu.... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Get tips on protecting yourself from infections when you get medical care.... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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The seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and others from the flu. Get a flu shot every year.... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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The single best way to prevent the flu is for individuals to get a vaccination each fall. Find additional steps you can take to prevent the flu.... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This document answers questions regarding seasonal flu vaccine. The questions cover flu vaccine types, treatment, effectiveness, viruses, and more.... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Look for answers to common questions about the flu.... Details >
Did you know that antibiotics do not help fight viruses? Learn which common illnesses are usually viral or bacterial and when antibiotics are necessary. ... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Having cancer does not put you at an increased risk for getting the flu. It does, however, put you at an increased risk of complications from the flu virus. Get the flu vaccine. It is your best protec... Details >
Vaccines not only help keep your child healthy, they help all children by eliminating serious childhood diseases. Learn about the different types of vaccines and when your child needs to be vaccinated... Details >
This document provides information on the dangers of flu to children and those who are at increased risk for flu complications, vaccination recommendations, and when to get your child vaccinated. ... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The American Lung Association’s Faces of Influenza Web site offers personal stories of people affected by influenza (flu), a potentially deadly disease. Find out if you are at risk, learn myths and fa... Details >
The 2012-2013 flu vaccine will be available starting in September and October 2012. Simply enter your zip code to find mapped locations, dates, times, addresses and phone numbers for clinics offering ... Details >
Find a flu clinic in your area. Search by city and state, or by zip code.... Details >
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Flu.gov provides comprehensive government-wide information on pandemic and avian flu for the general public and other groups.... Details >
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For older people, especially those who have health problems such as diabetes or heart disease, the flu can be very serious, even life-threatening. Getting a flu shot every year can help you stay healt... Details >
According to the American Association for Respiratory Care, the majority of children are hospitalized with a respiratory tract illness. Get practical tips to help your child breathe easier.... Details >
Find questions and answers about both flu shots and antiviral medications recommended for people with HIV/AIDS. ... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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This document provides information on the inactivated (killed) influenza vaccine, given as a shot, and who should get it and when. ... Details >
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A checklist of symptoms designed to assist you in determining which of these health problems you may have.... Details >
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health
You go to the hospital to get well, right? Of course, but did you know that patients can get infections in the hospital while they are being treated for something else? Here are ten things you can do ... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Personal hygiene and household cleanliness practices are important methods to reduce the risk of spreading infectious disease. Find fact sheets on many related topics, including: creating a healthy ho... Details >
Changes to a pregnant woman’s immune system can make her more sensitive to the flu. Find out how to protect yourself, and your unborn child, from the flu.... Details >
The best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands can help prevent the flu.... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Educators and staff can help slow the spread of colds and flu. On this page, you will find more information on preventing the flu, as well as, materials and tools for schools. ... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Learn how to treat the symptoms of a cold or flu and when flu- or cold-like symptoms could indicate the need to seek professional help.... Details >
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Learn about flu symptoms, emergency warning signs, what you should do if you get sick, and how to help yourself recover from the flu.... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Learn about flu activity in your region of travel, when you should avoid travel, and what to do during and after your trip to stay healthy.... Details >
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