INFLUENZA

ORIGINS OF THE H1N1 VIRUS AKA THE FLU AND SYMPTOMS

• s an infectious disease of birds and mammals caused by RNA viruses of the family Orthomyxoviridae, the influenza viruses.
• The most common symptoms are chills, fever, runny nose.
• Sore throat, muscles pains, and serve headaches.
• Coughing, weakness of fatigue, and general discomfort.

THE SPREAD OF INFLUENZA

• Typically, influenza is transmitted through the air by coughs or sneezes, creating aerosols containing the virus.
• Influenza can also be transmitted by direct contact with bird droppings, nasal secretions
• Or the contact of contaminated surfaces.

THE TREATMENT OF INFLUENZA

• Encourage rest and plenty of fluids
• Doctors may prescribe antiviral medications
• Avoid acetaminophen has a rare result of Reyes disease
• Avoid using alcohol and tobacco

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