Influenza

4. Influenza is spread by ________.
6. The first _____ days, you are the most contagious.
8. Not feeling great? You should probably stay ____.
10. An autoimmune disorder that causes muscle weakness and tingling in the lower extremities. Paralysis can occur. This disorder creates a contraindication for the flu vaccine.
12. Cough _________ reminds us to cover our mouth when we cough and practice good hand hygiene.
13. Influenza can be treated with _________ medication.
15. ___________ are ineffective at treating influenza.
17. The influenza vaccine is still created using _______ eggs.
18. Bacterial _________ is a potential complication of influenza.
19. CDC recommends the flu vaccine for people ages 6 ______ and up.

1. Taking _______ or Advil after receiving the flu shot can alleviate potential discomfort.
2. Influenza is caused by a _____.
3. The flu virus can survive on surfaces for up to __ hours (include a dash in your answer).
5. ________ individuals may/should receive the inactivated flu vaccine.
7. It is common to have a _____ with the flu.
9. Thomas Francis and Jonas Palk developed the first ___________ flu vaccine.
11. People can be ___________ before they have symptoms.
14. Prevent transmission by wearing a ____.
16. A common side effect to the flu vaccine, located to the injection site.