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When is flu season?
While seasonal influenza (flu) viruses are detected year-round in the United States, flu viruses are most common during the fall and winter. The exact timing and duration of flu seasons can vary, b...
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How long is the flu contagious?
You may be able to spread the flu to someone else before symptoms appear, as well as while you are sick. People with the flu are most contagious in the first 3 to 4 days after their illness begins....
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Will a flu vaccine protect me against COVID-19?
Flu vaccines do not protect against COVID-19. However, there are many other important benefits to getting vaccinated. Flu vaccines have been shown to reduce the risk of flu illness, hospitalization...
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What is respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. All children will usually get an RSV infection by the time they are 2 years old. How...
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Why is it important to get a flu vaccine during the COVID-19 pandemic?
For this upcoming flu season, flu vaccination will be very important because it can help save resources so that hospitals can deal with COVID-19 during the pandemic. A flu vaccine may also provide ...
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How long is RSV contagious?
People infected with RSV are usually contagious for 3 to 8 days. However, some infants, and people with weakened immune systems, can continue to spread the virus even after they stop showing sympto...
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What are the symptoms of RSV?
Symptoms may appear 4 to 6 days after being exposed to the virus. Symptoms of RSV infection usually appear in stages and include: Runny nose Low appetite Coughing Sneezing Fever Wheezing Cases of...
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How common is RSV?
RSV is a common respiratory virus. Almost all children will get infected with RSV by the time they are 2 years of age. Each year in the United States, RSV leads to 2.1 million doctor visits in chil...
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What is the difference between flu (influenza) and COVID-19?
If a person has COVID-19, they may be contagious for a longer time than if they have the flu. People with the flu are most contagious in the first 3 to 4 days after their illness begins. Some may...
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Can you get RSV more than once?
You can get RSV more than once. Reinfection is common, and healthy adults are infected with RSV repeatedly throughout their lives.