Flu Prevention Measures - Preventing Cold and Flu

Getting a flu shot each year is routine for many people. Some people with chronic diseases like arthritis hesitate. Do you get your annual flu shot?

As the H1N1 virus continues to cause illness, hospitalizations, and death, people are worrying about what lies ahead. Arthritis patients who take immunosuppressant drugs have an extra level of concern. Keeping up with the latest information will help you know what you should do to prevent the H1N1 virus.

Flu prevention measures are important for people with arthritis and other rheumatic conditions.

Flu prevention shots are important for people with chronic illness.

Flu vaccines can protect against potentially severe or even fatal consequences of getting the flu. It is recommended that people in the United States, especially high risk individuals, get the flu vaccine every fall.

How can people who take immunosuppressant drugs for rheumatic disease avoid colds, flu, and infection?

An in-depth report on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of colds and flu.

People of all ages can get the flu. Children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are most susceptible and more likely to have serious complications.

People of all ages are affected by the common cold with children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems being most susceptible.

The common cold generally involves a runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing. You may also have a sore throat, cough, headache, or other symptoms. Over 200 viruses can cause a cold.

The flu is a contagious infection of the nose, throat, and lungs caused by the influenza virus.