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Prevention

Influenza cannot be prevented in all cases. To help prevent the flu, avoid close contact with people who are sick. Wash your hands frequently and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.

The best way to prevent the flu is to receive a flu vaccine each year, usually in the fall. There are two types of vaccines available to help prevent the flu: the flu shot and the nasal-spray flu vaccine.

The flu shot is a...Read the full article