Want to not spend winter buried in tissues? There’s one super simple move that can save you weeks of misery. Get your flu shot. While this is not a massive shield, it cuts down your chances of contracting the condition or passing it to someone more vulnerable. Here are some critical facts you need to know;
Who Should Get the Flu Shot?
Pretty much everyone over 6 months old. It kicks in about two weeks after you get it and protects you for up to a year. Even if you do get sick afterward, it’s usually way milder than it would’ve been without the shot.
Flu shots have been around for a long time and they’re updated each year because the virus keeps changing. Science is basically doing software updates for your immune system.
Whether You Are Allergic or Not The Vaccines Still Work
New science says you can get the flu vaccine whether you are allergic to eggs or not. Nobody’s even going to ask about your egg allergy anymore. But if you are still worried, talk to your doctor.
How Do You know You Have Flue
Some of the symptoms of flu include fever, headache, exhaustion, dry cough, body aches and nausea among others. If these symptoms hit you hard, then you probably have the condition.
What to Do If You Have Flu
If you have the flu, you need to rest, hydrate, and avoid cigarettes and alcohol. You should also avoid drugs such as aspirin as they can further trigger the condition. But if your symptoms are brutal, maybe it’s time to call a doctor.
Remember, flu can get serious bringing in complications such as pneumonia, dehydration, and ear infections which can worsen the existing conditions.
By UCSHealth