How does Influenza (flu) spread?
Influenza viruses spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing. Sometimes people may become infected by touching something with Influenza viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose. Most healthy adults may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before symptoms develop, and up to 5 days after becoming sick. That means you may be able to pass on the flu to someone else before you know you are sick, as well as while you are sick.

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3. What is the difference between seasonal flu and stomach flu?
4. How can I prevent influenza?
5. How does Influenza (flu) spread?
6. What are some complications that can result from Influenza?
7. What is the flu?
8. What if my child did not get her shots when she was supposed to, or has gotten behind schedule?
9. Why are infant and childhood immunizations so important?