Overview Children younger than 5 years old, and especially those younger than 2 years, are at higher risk of developing serious flu-related complications. CDC estimates that from…

Caring for someone sick Steps to take if you get flu If you get very sick or are at higher risk of flu-related complications, call your doctor….

Background While getting an influenza (flu) vaccine each year is recommended by CDC as the first and most important action in protecting against flu, there also are…

Treatment overview Flu antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid, an inhaled powder, or an intravenous solution) that fight against flu viruses in your body. Antiviral drugs…

Treatment overview Flu antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid, an inhaled powder, or an intravenous solution) that fight against flu in your respiratory tract. Antiviral drugs…

Signs and symptoms to look out for Your respiratory illness might be flu if you have signs or symptoms, including fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy…

Why people should be vaccinated Influenza (flu) is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Every flu season is different, and…

Flu Vaccine A number of flu vaccines will be available this season. These include: injectable flu vaccines, or flu shots. These include: Flu shots that are made…