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Redlands Community Hospital Warns Flue Season is Not Over

By Chester Wallace, Community Writer
February 23, 2017 at 12:23pm. Views: 99

The Redlands Community Hospital released a press release discussing the widespread influenza activity, but said it is not too late to get a vaccine. According to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), the state is experiencing widespread influenza activity that is more severe than last year. The CDPH has confirmed a total of 14 reportable flu-related deaths statewide as of Jan, 14. Redlands Community Hospital states that because it takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies that protect against influenza, it is best to get vaccinated as soon as possible. The seasonal flu is described as a contagious respiratory illness that infects the throat, nose and lungs, causing mild to severe symptoms. Common flu symptoms include high fever, severe aches and pains, headache, dry cough, sore throat and an upset stomach. Doctors at the Emergency Department at Redlands Community Hospital suggest people prepare for flu season by learning how to prevent illness and reduce the spread of the virus. Redlands Community Hospital also recommends taking preventive actions to stop the spread of flu including: cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw the tissue in the trash after you use it; wash your hands often with soap and water and if soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub; and to avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. The hospital also recommends individuals try to avoid close contact with sick people. If an individual is sick with flu-like illness, the CDC recommends that they stay home for at least 24 hours after the fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities. While sick, patients are encouraged to limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them, and to reduce the spread of the illness. Those who are well should refrain from visiting the ER. Anyone can get the flu from direct contact with someone who is infected with the flu or by touching a surface that has the virus on it. Before going to the emergency room, the hospital recommends to try to break your fever using Aspirin, Tylenol or Ibuprofen, drinking plenty of fluids, getting plenty of rest, and calling your doctor for a prescription over the phone. If more serious symptoms arise, such as persistent fever above 103 degrees or coughing blood, patients should go to the emergency room. Elderly or chronic illness patients should go to the emergency room for lesser symptoms.

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