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Influenza is a contagious respiratory disease caused by a viral infection of the lungs, mouth, and throat. It differs from stomach flu, which is caused by viruses in the digestive system. Coughing, sneezing, or touching your mouth, eyes, or nose can spread germs. The influenza virus is contagious 24 hours before Symptoms appear and 5 to 7 days after a person's illness, according to what was published by the "childrens" website.
Flu Prevention Tips For Kids
The number one way to prevent flu in babies is to make sure everyone in your family (older than 6 months old) gets a flu shot. Here are some ways you can help prevent flu in babies and keep your family healthy during flu season:
Practice good hand hygiene with soap and water or hand sanitizer
Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, as germs spread this way
Try to avoid close contact with patients
Stay home, away from school, work and errands when you are sick
Clean and disinfect surfaces
Flu Symptoms in Children include:
Fever, feverish chills or sweating
stuffy or runny nose
sore throat
cough
headache
Muscle or body aches
fatigue and weakness
Vomiting and diarrhea are more common in children than in adults
When To Go To The Hospital With The Flu:
If your child has any of the following symptoms
breathing difficulties
Do not respond or do not react
Fever with a rash
Excessive or severe vomiting
Don't drink fluids
Blue or gray skin color
Dry lips, sunken eyes, or decreased urination
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