WHAT IS THE FLU?
The flu is a respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. The flu is different from a cold, although they share many of the same symptoms. The cold is caused by a different virus, and it tends to have milder symptoms than the flu. Flu is more likely to cause complications that are more serious than a cold.
Flu symptoms can include any or all of the following:
- Coughing
- Sneezing
- Fever
- Body aches
- Runny nose and/or congestion
- Tiredness
Although they are uncomfortable, typically the symptoms mentioned above are usually not dangerous. But the flu also weakens the immune system, leaving it vulnerable to more serious infections.
High-risk individuals in particular are susceptible to serious complications, such as:
- Bacterial pneumonia
- Dehydration
- Sinus problems and ear infections (primarily in children)
- Worsening of preexisting conditions, such as asthma or diabetes
PLEASE DON'T TRY TO DIAGNOSE YOURSELF. ALWAYS CHECKED WITH YOUR DOCTOR FOR A PROFESSIONAL OPINION ON WHETHER YOU HAVE THE FLU, A COLD OR SOMETHINGE ELSE.
Whether you're from Manalapan, Marlboro, Freehold, Colts Neck or anywhere in the surrounding area, there is affordable flu prevention treament available to you.
The Monmouth County Health Department will be holding an additional flu clinic this month for adults and children.
Friday 1/30/09 from 10:00am to 12:00 noon and from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
The cost is $20.00
The Health Department is located at 3435 Highway 9, Freehold, NJ 07728
If you have questions please call 732-431-7456.
Or visit them on the web http://www.shore.co.monmouth.nj.us/health/
Information courtesy of:
Weichert, Realtors (Marlboro ~ Manalapan office)
455 Route 9 South
Manalapan, NJ 07726
917-723-5645 - cell
732-536-4400, ext 199 - office
