Flu
What are some symptoms of the flu?
Fever
Body aches
Fatigue
Respiratory Illness.
What is the cold?
A viral infection caused by different viruses.
How long should we typically wash our hands for?
20 to 30 seconds
True/False: The Spanish flu pandemic of 1918 to 1919 was the deadliest pandemics in history.
True!
It infected about 1/3 of the worlds population resulting in ~ 50 million deaths.
What is the onset of the flu?
Comes on suddenly and is more severe
Which one of the two can present with complications of pneumonia?
The Flu
True/False: The rhinovirus does not cause the common cold.
False
The rhinovirus is the most common cause of the cold.
Fill in the blank:
To help prevent yourself from getting the flu or a cold you should drink at least _____ glasses of water each day.
8
True/False: The flu virus can survive up to 48 hours on surfaces.
True!
That is why it is very important to clean surfaces regularly.
What is the duration of the flu?
Lasts 1 to 2 weeks (7 to 14 days)
Fill in the blank:
You can get a cold or the flu by ___________ a surface or object that has the virus.
Touching
True/False: Coughing and sneezing are common symptoms of the cold.
True.
Name 3 places you should sneeze into?
Your sleeve, elbow, or into a Kleenex.
True/False: Adults do not typically get colds 2 to 3 times per year.
False. They can get sick 2 to 3 times a year, whereas children may experience it more.
Name one complication of the Flu?
Pneumonia
Are antibiotics (antivirals) prescribed for both the flu and cold?
No! Antibiotics (antivirals) are prescribed for the flu.
What is the duration of the cold?
Colds can last about a week (~ 7 days) or even a little longer.
Name 3 ways to help prevent the flu or cold?
1. Get the flu vaccine every year
2. Wash your hands frequently after sneezing or coughing and blowing your nose
3. Avoid close contact with sick people
stay home from work/school if sick, cover your mouth and nose, wear a mask when sick.
True/False: There are over 200 different viruses that can cause the common cold.
True!
The Rhinovirus being the most common cause.
False
You can prevent the flu by getting vaccinated once a year
False!
The vaccine generates an immune response in your body to help fight future infections.
True/False: Rest and hydration are ways to help treat the common cold.
True.
True/False: You should not clean and disinfect surfaces regularly.
False!
You should clean and disinfect surfaces often. Areas may include door knobs, light switches, countertops, electronic devices, etc.
Where did the "Common cold" originate from?
It originated from the idea that exposure to cold weather was a primary cause of the illness, but we now know it is caused by viruses and not cold temperatures.