Fight the Flu
Lather Up
Wash your hands and avoid touching your face, nose, and eyes.
Keep Away
Avoid close and unnecessary contact with those who are ill.
Stay Home
Seek medical attention and stay home if you are feeling sick.
Cover Up
Cover your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
Flu season in North America occurs during the winter months, generally October to May. According to the Mayo Clinic, 20-40 million people (about twice the population of New York) get the flu in the U.S. each year.
What is the Flu?
The flu is a sickness caused by the Influenza A and B viruses. It is spread through the air in droplets, especially when someone coughs, sneezes, or talks. The flu may initially feel like a cold, but the differences between a cold and the flu is that flu smptoms are generally more severe.
The influenza virus is extremely contagious, so it's important to understand common symptoms and how to prevent and treat the flu. Though it may be difficult to know if your symptoms are a cold, COVID-19, or the flu, learning more about these illnesses can help you find the right treatment.
The flu attacks the lungs, nose, and throat. Young children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with chronic disease or weak immune systems are at high risk. Symptoms can be severe or mild depending on the case.
BYU-Idaho strives to create and maintain a clean and healthy environment for all students. If you are suffering from any flu symptoms, please adhere to the tips and tricks provided to prevent further infection.