what to do if you have been exposed to the flu?
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['Wash your hands often with soap and water. ... ', 'Avoid touching your own nose and face. ... ', 'Avoid hugging or kissing people who are sick with the flu.']
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Although you were exposed to flu, you do not have any symptoms. Symptoms usually start within 1 to 4 days of close contact with another person with flu. Seven days is an outer limit. Since 7 days have passed, you should be safe and not get the flu from this exposure.
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Avoid sick people: This one's a no-brainer… reduce contact with people who may have the infection. Know you can spread the virus a few days before symptoms even occur. Keep your surroundings clean: Make cleaning your environment a priority, especially if you have kids.
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If you're exposed to someone sick, wash your hands right away. When caring for someone with norovirus, wash your hands every time you come in contact with the person.
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Cold and flu fighter. Grab a bowl of hot and sour soup the next time you have a cold or are battling a fever. Spicy foods can help ease congested nasal passages, help with breathing problems from bronchitis, and relieve flu symptoms, too. Try chili peppers, horseradish, or wasabi when you're under the weather.
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Flu Complications Most people who get flu will recover in a few days to less than two weeks, but some people will develop complications (such as pneumonia) as a result of flu, some of which can be life-threatening and result in death.
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['stay at home and get plenty of rest.', 'drink lots of fluids, such as water or squash – take small sips if you feel sick.', "carry on breast or bottle feeding your baby – if they're being sick, try giving small feeds more often than usual.", 'give babies on formula or solid foods small sips of water between feeds.']
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There's no cure for the flu. But if you're exposed to the virus and see a doctor early, you might be able to receive a prescription antiviral medication such as Tamiflu. If taken within the first 48 hours of symptoms, an antiviral may shorten the duration of the flu and reduce the severity of symptoms.
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['Being very tired or sleepy (also called fatigue)', 'Cough.', 'Fever (100 F or above), chills or body shakes. Not everyone who has the flu has a fever.', 'Headache, or muscle or body aches.', 'Runny or stuffy nose.', 'Sore throat.', 'Vomiting (throwing up) or diarrhea.']
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['Pain relievers. For a fever, sore throat and headache, many people turn to acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or other mild pain relievers. ... ', 'Decongestant nasal sprays. Adults can use decongestant drops or sprays for up to five days. ... ', 'Cough syrups.']
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A rash is a possible but uncommon symptom of the flu. If a rash appears due to the flu or another virus, it should clear when the virus is no longer active. A person should see their doctor if they have an unexplained rash or severe flu symptoms.
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['Drink plenty of water and fruit juices. Fluids help relieve a fever and sore throat and prevent dehydration.', 'Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Use pain relievers such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) as needed. ... ', 'Gargle with salt water.']
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Individuals with suspected or confirmed flu, who do not have a fever, should stay home from work at least 4-5 days after the onset of symptoms. Persons with the flu are most contagious during the first 3 days of their illness.
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The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu. There also are flu antiviral drugs that can be used to treat and prevent flu.
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["Take all of your medicines as they're prescribed, until your doctor takes you off them.", 'Keep all your doctor appointments.', 'Always cover your mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. ... ', 'Wash your hands after coughing or sneezing.', "Don't visit other people and don't invite them to visit you."]
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You do not need to follow a special diet or eat particular foods when you have cold and flu, but you should: Eat nutritious foods, including fruits and vegetables; Consume foods which boost the immune system; Eat foods which may help relieve cold and flu symptoms like congestion; and.
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['Take acetaminophen or paracetamol to control fever and relieve pain. Do not take aspirin or ibuprofen.', 'Get plenty of rest and drink fluids to prevent dehydration.', 'Rest in a screened or air-conditioned room or under a bed net while you have a fever.']