Philadelphia (WPVI) – Flu, ie influenza -e, is spreading rapidly in our region.
Last Friday, the entire Eagles Nation had gone out to celebrate during the flu season which has already packed a punch.
Dr, head of pulmonary and critical care at Temple Jeans Campus. David Manoff says, “We are on that tail, as we are getting sick, if they are getting sick with it,” Dr. Dr, Head of the pulmonary and critical care in the Temple Jeans Campus. David Manoff says.
“When you are in a large crowd, obviously it is better to stay out in the open air, because it is in a close place, but of course a big party or such a big crowd. Spike is watching, “he said
According to CDC data, this is the highest rate of flu recorded since the 1997–1998 flu season.
“We are coming to the hospital for more flu cases and more flu cases, which are in the last several years,” says Manoff.
The Philadelphia region is looking at the “too high” flu rate, and unfortunately, we are in a good company. Thirty -five states across America show the same.
However, it is cureable.
“There is treatment, which is tamiflu. It is not a cure, but it can shorten the time that people feel unwell.”
A flu shot, while it takes time to kick it, can help reduce symptoms if you get sick.
Flu symptoms include:
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