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    The document discusses the differences between colds and the flu. While over-the-counter drugs and chicken soup can help with both, it is important to know whether you have a cold or the flu because the flu can lead to serious complications like pneumonia or even death. Treating the flu within 48 hours of symptoms starting is best, and antiviral drugs may help reduce the length of illness. The flu causes fatigue that can last for weeks and identifying it requires a flu swab test.

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    Is it a Cold or is it the Flu?

    Cold vs. Flu:


    Know the difference
    Web MD; This content is selected and controlled by
    WebMD’s editorial staff and is funded by Mucinex
    http://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/slideshow-cold
    -or-flu?ecd=wnl_day_011011
    #
    As of Jan 2011
    Cold vs. Flu: Does it Matter?-YES!
    • Over-the-counter Drugs and
    chicken soup help Both.
    • Learning whether it is a cold
    or flu is important b/c the
    flu can have serous
    complications such as
    pneumonia or even Death.
    • Treating Flu w/in 48 hours
    of symptoms is best.
    Antiviral drugs may cut the
    time you are sick.
    • Source: Web MD
    The FLU
    Is the Swine Flu a threat to You?
    Fever = Flu
    Flu = Fatigue for a Few Weeks
    Cold & Flu: Causes HAs
    Cold & Flu: Coughs are Common
    Earaches: Can be from Colds & Flu
    Colds Often start with a Sore Throat
    Your nose Knows a Cold
    ID the Flu with a Flu Swab
    FLU: Start Antiviral Drugs
    Colds: OTC Drugs can help Symptoms
    Prevention: Wash your Hands
    Flu Prevention: Vaccines

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