Wednesday, April 17, 2019

We can’t predict how bad this year’s flu season will be but here’s what we know so far

The flu comes on rapidly and symptoms get worse over the first few days. ShutterstockInfluenza illness – or the flu – is a caused by the influenza virus. It often comes on rapidly, with a high fever, chills, muscle aches, tiredness and a dry cough. These symptoms get worse over the first few days. Most people will get better without medical care, but some people are at higher risk of dangerous complications. This includes pregnant women, children, those aged over 65, people with chronic diseases and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples. News reports have claimed Australia is on track for a particularly bad flu season. But it’s too early to tell if that’s the case – and it’s impossible to predict. Here’s what we know so far.

From http://theconversation.com/we-cant-predict-how-bad-this-years-flu-season-will-be-but-heres-what-we-know-so-far-115303



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