FLU A & B RESOURCES: SPTHB TEC is tracking Influenza A&B through a wastewater surveillance sampling program. If you’re interested in learning more about the project or in a training, email us at info@spthb.org OSDH Viral View:
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WHAT IS THE FLU? ⊲ The Influenza viruses (flu) is a common
infection of the nose and throat. In more severe cases of the illness, the infection may also involve the the lungs.
Everyone is at risk to contracting the ⊲ infection, especially during the colder months. ⊲ The Flu viruses are spread through tiny
droplets formed when infected individuals talk, sneeze, or cough.
Learn more to keep you and your loved ones involved in the community year round.
⊲ The infection typically occurs suddenly,
Flu
after 1-4 days of exposure to the virus.
⊲ Individuals may not show symptoms;
however, they can still spread the virus to others. People are typically most contagious during the first three days of illness.
Influenza A & B Viruses
⊲ The first and most important step
in preventing flu is to get a flu vaccine each year.
⊲ Wastewater Surveillance is a helpful tool to
determine levels and trends of Influenza viruses in communities. Visit CDC NWSS for more information.
For more information, email us at info@spthb.org www.spthb.org
Don’t let the Flu inFLUence your activities!