FLU 101; all you ever need to know
FLU 101; all you ever need to know
Flu signs and symptoms usually come on suddenly. People who are sick with flu often feel some or all of these symptoms:
- Fever or feeling feverish/chills
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Muscle or body aches
- Headaches
- Fatigue (tiredness)
- Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.
Flu can be potentially dangerous to all ages; however, infants and the elderly are often impacted more seriously. With both ages, the immune system is at its most vulnerable, whether not yet developed or compromised due to other illnesses. If you are the caregiver and you develop any of the above mentioned symptoms, you should avoid contact with the person for which you are caring.
Some ways to avoid the flu consist of the following:
- Take the flu vaccine
- Stay at least three feet from anyone coughing or sneezing
- Avoid touching your face with your hands
- Clean communal spaces at least once daily
- Wash your hands frequently
- Avoid picking up tissues after others have used them
- Avoid sharing drinks, or food with others
- Avoid crowds of people
- Make sure you get plenty of sleep nightly.
If all else fails and you do have flu like symptoms, see your physician and try to stay away from others until your symptoms have subsided. Do your part to stop the spread of germs.
How to Make Chicken Noodle Soup https://www.spendwithpennies.com
This soup is as easy as 1, 2, 3, and while it takes a bit of time, most of the time is hands off while it simmers away!
- Simmer chicken with onions and carrot/celery per recipe below.
- Strain broth and remove meat from the bones.
- Heat the broth and carrots and celery to simmer. Stir in chicken and cooked noodles.
- Taste, season and serve.
Remove from heat and season with pepper. For a classic soup and sandwich combination serve with a grilled cheese or club sandwich.
