Consumer Health: Understanding the flu and why you need to get a flu shot

National Influenza Vaccination Week will be observed Dec. 5 –11, which makes this a good time to learn more about the flu and why you need to get a flu shot. What many people call the flu is actually viral gastroenteritis, or stomach flu, which is characterized by diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal cramps and pain. Influenza is the true flu. It's a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system, including your nose, throat and lungs.  At first, flu…
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