Official notice from World Health Organization
Seasonal influenza
Global situation
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- Disease Outbreak News
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Excerpt from World Health Organization:Seasonal influenza (‘the flu’) is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses that circulate globally and year-round.
Read the full official report on who.int3 ways to protect yourself
- Get a flu vaccine each season if it is recommended for you — most people 6 months and older are eligible. Ask a healthcare professional or pharmacist.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick and stay home when you are sick.
- Wash hands often and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
Adapted from CDC: Preventing Seasonal FluAll prevention steps
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