Flu Prevention
Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness. Serious outcomes of flu infection can result in hospitalization or death. Some people, such as older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at high risk of serious flu complications.
How Flu Spread
Most experts believe that flu viruses spread mainly by tiny droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze or talk. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby. Less often, a person might get flu by touching a surface or object that has flu virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose or possibly their eyes.
CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against influenza and its potentially serious complications.
Additional information on Influenza (flu) and prevention.
For information on flu prevention
Para información sobre prevención de la gripe
Flu Guide for parents
La influenza: una guía para los padres
Flu Prevention Tips Consejos para prevenir la Gripe
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