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- The flu is a serious condition and a contagious respiratory illness caused by the Influenza virus.
- It can be a serious illness and at times can lead to death.
- Texas reported 11334 deaths for the 2019-20 flu season. *Deaths due to COVID-19 may be classified as pneumonia or influenza deaths in the absence of positive COVID-19 test results.
- People with chronic conditions, such diabetes, may have serious health issues if they do not get the flu shot. It may include:
- Fever
- Pneumonia
- Asthma
- CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older gets a flu vaccine. Find answers to common questions about flu vaccine this season. https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/ keyfacts.htm
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- Influenza is also called “the flu”.
- Flu symptoms usually start quick.
- Kids and adults can spread the flu before they feel symptoms and even after they feel better.
- The flu season begins in October and can last as late as May.
- The flu affects the respiratory system, which includes your nose, throat and lungs.
- To reduce your risk of getting the flu or COVID-19, get vaccinated.
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CDC recommends 3 actions to
prevent flu.
- Get a flu vaccine,
- Practice everyday preventive actions, and
- Take antiviral medication to treat flu if your doctor prescribes them.
COVID-19
This season follow these prevention actions, along with
additional recommendations to prevent COVID-19.
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/
prevention.htm
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/
prevention.htm
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Avoid
Contact
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Stay Home if
You are Sick
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Wash Your
Hands
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Avoid
Touching
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Clean and
Disinfect
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Cover Your
Nose and Mouth
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Headache
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Dry Cough
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Fever
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Sore Throat
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Chills and
Body Shakes
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Tired
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Body Aches
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Runny or
Stuffy Nose
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El Paso Health+ Members, you can receive your flu shot at no cost!
Members ages 7 to 99 years old are recommended to get their shot
at their doctor's office OR at any participating in-network pharmacy.
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Personal Care Physician
Schedule an appointment
with your physician.