What is the flu and its symptons?

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness. Symptoms can include fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, body aches, fatigue, and sometimes vomiting and diarrhea. Children may have additional symptoms, such as ear pain and diarrhea. severe cases can lead to hospitalization and sometimes death.

The flu is a common viral infection that can cause a range of symptoms, from mild to severe. The most common symptoms of the flu include:

- Fever

- Cough

-Sore throat

- Runny or stuffy nose

- Body aches

- Headache

- Fatigue

This can be especially useful for those who are susceptible to respiratory infections.

For example, the Very Young, the Elderly, those with Chronic lung conditions such as Asthma, Bronchitis, COPD, Emphysema,Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Cancer, Nicotine Dependance, Pulmonary Hypertension, Cystic Fibrosis, Sleep Apnea and more.

Weekend Urgent Care has the ability to offer a range of services in terms of providing treatment for flu.