What Is Influenza?
10. What Is the Recommended Prevention Strategy?
The flu vaccine is one of the most effective ways to prevent the flu. Everyone over the age of six months should be vaccinated every year. Researchers are working on vaccine alternatives that offer multi-year or lifetime protection, but it’s currently recommended to continue to receive an annual vaccine.
Rest and avoiding exposure to contagious individuals are other recommended strategies. If you experience signs of the flu, stay home and try to avoid exposing other individuals.
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