Much ado about the flu.

 

Well, it's official.  Flu season is here.  Don't get caught unprepared.  Here are a few facts, trivia tidbits, and health tips to help keep you ahead of the bug.

 

• Deaths from influenza (flu) complications average 23,600/year
• Track the flu activity in your area with apps for your phone.
• Know your flu symptoms. The sooner you recognize symptoms, get treated, and get on medications, the sooner your recovery.
• Flu symptoms include: Sudden onset of fever (usually high), joint and muscles aches, headache, and tiredness. An occasional cough, sore throat and runny nose may also be present.
• The best prevention for the flu is vaccination. Injectable vaccinations contains dead virus which your body will develop an immunity to. It cannot cause the flu. Get you flu shot today!
• Help stop the spread of influenza by washing your hands frequently, or if that is not possible, by using an antibacterial gel that you can carry with you.

For more advice, reach out to Karla, one of ImmediaCare's amazing nurse practioners, at karlab@myimmediacare.com.  And if you're in the East Baton Rouge area, check us out at www.myimmediacare.com.  We bring the doctor's office to you, at home or work, every day of the year.