What Is the Flu Incubation Period?
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9. How Can I Avoid Getting the Flu?
You can start by washing your hands — a lot. Wash them every time you return home, when you go to work, when you leave work, and after you’ve had close contact with other people outside your family.
If you have no egg allergies and you are medically able to get a flu shot, this seasonal vaccine can help prevent the flu, as well as reduce the severity of symptoms. Always ask your doctor before trying a new treatment if you have never done this before.
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