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3 John 1:2: Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.
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e have certainly had our hands full over the past year and a half, dealing with the Corona-19 Virus pandemic. We have embarked on influenza Season also known as (flu). According to the CDC” the flu season occurs in the fall and winter months in the United States”. Anyone can catch influenza (flu), but there is certain age groups and vulnerable populations that are considered high risk for catching this virus. According to the World Health Organization” individuals - 65yrs or older, young children and pregnant women are at risk”. Individuals with underlying health conditions such as diabetes, immunocompromised, heart disease, Asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder are considered high risk”. This information does not replace the advice from your Health Care Provider. Please consult your Health Care Provider, they will advise you on what is best based on your health history. What is the influenza? also known as the flu: This is a contagious viral infection; symptoms are like a cold but usually worst and last longer. There are up to four types of seasonal influenza. The most common types of influenza virus are type A and type B. Influenza B is most common and is spread from human to human. This contagious virus can spread to others up to about 6 feet away. This virus travels through the air in droplets. It can spread by coughs or sneezes, touching doorknobs or other unclean surfaces, kissing, or sharing drinks, by handshakes or hugs. This virus is most contagious in the first 3-4 days after the virus enters the body. Are you aware you can pass the flu virus on to someone else before you realize you have the flu? Symptoms may include: *Fever is usually continuous, but it may come and go. Fever may be lower in older adults than in children and younger adults. When fever is high, other symptoms usually are more severe. *Body aches and muscle pain (often severe), commonly in the back, arms, or legs. *Headache. *Pain when you move your eyes. *Fatigue, a general feeling of sickness (malaise), and loss of appetite. * nausea, vomiting and diarrhea may occur in children * dry cough, runny nose, and dry or sore throat. *. If you feel you are experiencing a medical emergency such as persistent shortness of breath or chest pain that does not go away, you may need to call 911.
