Flu (Influenza)
Flu (influenza) can spread quickly and lead to serious complications. Learn how to protect yourself and your family, recognize flu symptoms early, and find treatment and flu vaccine options.
A viral infection
Influenza, or "flu," is caused by a virus infecting the respiratory system, meaning your nose, throat, bronchial tubes and lungs. Flu is very contagious and spreads easily from one person to the next. Most people with healthy immune systems will get over the flu within two weeks. However, young children, older adults and people with chronic illnesses are more likely to develop complications such as pneumonia.
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