Vermont Flu Season
Avoiding the Influenza Virus – Flu IQ Test – Flu Symptoms & Vaccine Information
Flu Season is upon us. How much do you think you know about the causes, cures, and ways to avoid the flu? take the Flu IQ Test and find out. The US Government wants you to know more about the illness known as “the Flu” or illnesses caused by a wide range of different influenza viruses. Flu effects can range from mild to deadly. Most people get the flu at least once in their lifetime most recover from the flu without permanent damage or problems. Ask us about Flu Season or share comments.
Vermont FLu Season – Health Care Providers
Vermont FLu Season – Health Care Providers
Vermont Flu Season
The US Centers for Disease Control works with states to monitor influenza outbreaks in the country. Annual outbreaks of the seasonal flu usually occur during late fall through early spring. Most people have natural immunity. A flu pandemic happens when a new influenza A virus strain appears. Flu-related deaths average 23,600 per year in the United States. Each year 5 to 20 percent of the population gets the seasonal flu.
Avoiding the FLU
Getting vaccinated is the best protection. If you contract the flu see your doctor. 
Antiviral medications can make your illness milder and shorter in duration.
General Health Tips
- – Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you sneeze or cough
- – Wash your hands often – Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth (an easy way to spread germs)
- – Avoid close contact with sick people
- – Stay home at least 24 hours after you no longer have a fever (without Tylenol or other medication)
- – If you are sick limit your contact with others
FLU Symptoms
Symptoms caused by the influenza viruses may include fever, coughing, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, headache, body pains, chills, and fatigue, or lack of energy.
Take The FLU IQ Test
The US Center for Disease Control has put together a clever 10-question online test for you. Take the FLU IQ and have a healthy season. Special thanks to the US Department of Health and Human Services.
The Vermont Department of Health is part of the Agency of Human Services, they may be reached by telephone at 802-863-7200.
FLU AND COLD MEDICATIONS
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT: This product contains ibuprofen 200 mg, a pain reliever and fever reducer (NSAID); compare to the active ingredient in Advil Ibuprofen TabletsPAIN RELIEVER AND FEVER REDUCER: Proven pain relief without a prescription for tough pain such as muscular aches, minor arthritis pain, toothache, backache, menstrual cramps or minor aches and pains from the common cold; also temporarily reduces fever
- STRONG RELIEF: Amazon Basic Care Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg are strong on tough pain to help you get the relief you need to keep going; no prescription needed for this pain reliever and fever reducerEFFECTIVE: When pain tries to take over, turn to the proven pain relief of coated Amazon Basic Care Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg; use for adults and children 12 years and over
- IBUPROFEN is the number one doctor recommended back pain OTC active ingredient (of U.S. physicians surveyed by an independent market research firm)
- Product may be manufactured in India or U.S.
- 100-count Tylenol Extra Strength Rapid Release Gels pain relief medicine with acetaminophen work fast to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains, headaches, and help reduce fever
- Each pain reliever gelcap features laser-drilled holes to quickly release pain medicine and contains 500 mg of acetaminophen for fast, effective extra strength pain relief that works at the speed of life, while being gentle on the stomach
- Use as a fever reducer and to relieve minor aches and pains including headache, backache, toothache, menstrual and premenstrual cramps, minor pain of arthritis, joint and muscle pain, and pain caused by the common cold and flu
- With 500 mg of acetaminophen per gelcap, this extra strength oral pain reliever is fast-acting and can be used by adults and children who are 12 years and older
- Experience relief of minor aches and pains with Tylenol, the #1 doctor recommended brand for pain relief and fever reduction
- UNBLOCK YOUR SYSTEM: MiraLAX, an osmotic laxative, works naturally with the water in your body to hydrate, soften, and ease stool through your colon in 1-3 days. Other stimulant laxatives stimulate the nerves to move stool through the colon immediately
- NO HARSH SIDE EFFECTS: MiraLAX helps relieve your occasional constipation without causing gas, bloating, cramping, or sudden urgency
- #1 PHYSICIAN RECOMMENDED: Since going on the market as an OTC laxative in 2007, MiraLAX has been the #1 Physician Recommended OTC brand of laxative
- HOW TO USE: Fill bottle cap to the indicated line (white section in cap) and pour into 4 to 8 ounces of hot or cold beverage. Mix until the powder is fully dissolved and drink. MiraLAX has no added taste or grit
- FREE FROM: Gluten, sugar, and preservatives
- HEMORRHOID TREATMENT COOLING PADS: TUCKS Medicated Pads help to provide immediate relief from burning and itching caused by hemorrhoids and are helpful in relieving discomfort following childbirth, rectal, or vaginal surgery.
- PROTECTS FROM IRRITATION: TUCKS witch hazel pads effectively cleanse sensitive areas, soothe, and protect irritated spots, and help to calm inflamed tissue.
- CLEANSES FOR PERSONAL HYGIENE: The ultra-soft pads can be used to cleanse outer rectal or vaginal areas. They are pH balanced, hypo-allergenic, and dye-free.
- MOIST COMPRESS FOR INFLAMED TISSUE: TUCKS medicated cooling pads can be folded and used as a moist compress on inflamed tissue. Simply leave the pad in place for up to 15 minutes and repeat as needed.
- EASY TO USE: Clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water, and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth. Apply externally to the affected area up to six times daily or after each bowel movement.
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Amazon Basic Care Extra Strength Pain Relief's active ingredient is Acetaminophen, 500 mg, which compares to the active ingredient of Extra Strength Tylenol CapletsAmazon Basic Care Extra Strength Pain Relief, Acetaminophen Caplets, 500 mg, temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: the common cold, headache, backache, minor pain of arthritis, toothache, muscular aches, and premenstrual and menstrual cramps also temporarily reduces fever
- USE: Acetaminophen may be used as a pain reliever and fever reducer for adults and children 12 years and over
- PAIN: Pain may begin with an injury or illness, but could also originate with anything from a bad mattress to arthritisACUTE PAIN: Acute pain acts as an alarm such as with a bee sting or stubbing your toe and can last for a few moments or for longer
- Product may be manufactured in India or U.S.
- 100-count Tylenol Extra Strength Rapid Release Gels pain relief medicine with acetaminophen work fast to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains, headaches, and help reduce fever
- Each pain reliever gelcap features laser-drilled holes to quickly release pain medicine and contains 500 mg of acetaminophen for fast, effective extra strength pain relief that works at the speed of life, while being gentle on the stomach
- Use as a fever reducer and to relieve minor aches and pains including headache, backache, toothache, menstrual and premenstrual cramps, minor pain of arthritis, joint and muscle pain, and pain caused by the common cold and flu
- With 500 mg of acetaminophen per gelcap, this extra strength oral pain reliever is fast-acting and can be used by adults and children who are 12 years and older
- Experience relief of minor aches and pains with Tylenol, the #1 doctor recommended brand for pain relief and fever reduction
- UNBLOCK YOUR SYSTEM: MiraLAX, an osmotic laxative, works naturally with the water in your body to hydrate, soften, and ease stool through your colon in 1-3 days. Other stimulant laxatives stimulate the nerves to move stool through the colon immediately
- NO HARSH SIDE EFFECTS: MiraLAX helps relieve your occasional constipation without causing gas, bloating, cramping, or sudden urgency
- #1 PHYSICIAN RECOMMENDED: Since going on the market as an OTC laxative in 2007, MiraLAX has been the #1 Physician Recommended OTC brand of laxative
- HOW TO USE: Fill bottle cap to the indicated line (white section in cap) and pour into 4 to 8 ounces of hot or cold beverage. Mix until the powder is fully dissolved and drink. MiraLAX has no added taste or grit
- FREE FROM: Gluten, sugar, and preservatives
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT: This product contains ibuprofen 200 mg, a pain reliever and fever reducer (NSAID); compare to the active ingredient in Advil Ibuprofen TabletsPAIN RELIEVER AND FEVER REDUCER: Proven pain relief without a prescription for tough pain such as muscular aches, minor arthritis pain, toothache, backache, menstrual cramps or minor aches and pains from the common cold; also temporarily reduces fever
- STRONG RELIEF: Amazon Basic Care Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg are strong on tough pain to help you get the relief you need to keep going; no prescription needed for this pain reliever and fever reducerEFFECTIVE: When pain tries to take over, turn to the proven pain relief of coated Amazon Basic Care Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg; use for adults and children 12 years and over
- IBUPROFEN is the number one doctor recommended back pain OTC active ingredient (of U.S. physicians surveyed by an independent market research firm)
- Product may be manufactured in India or U.S.
- 100-count Tylenol Extra Strength Rapid Release Gels pain relief medicine with acetaminophen work fast to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains, headaches, and help reduce fever
- Each pain reliever gelcap features laser-drilled holes to quickly release pain medicine and contains 500 mg of acetaminophen for fast, effective extra strength pain relief that works at the speed of life, while being gentle on the stomach
- Use as a fever reducer and to relieve minor aches and pains including headache, backache, toothache, menstrual and premenstrual cramps, minor pain of arthritis, joint and muscle pain, and pain caused by the common cold and flu
- With 500 mg of acetaminophen per gelcap, this extra strength oral pain reliever is fast-acting and can be used by adults and children who are 12 years and older
- Experience relief of minor aches and pains with Tylenol, the #1 doctor recommended brand for pain relief and fever reduction
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