...and the seasonal vaccine is now available for people who choose to get the immunization. The flu is caused by the influenza virus, which can be spread by coughing, sneezing or nasal secretions. For most people, symptoms last only a few days...

...received during the winter. Once gotten, it takes about two weeks for a person's body to develop immunity against influenza viruses countered by this season's vaccine, the department said. Influenza can cause high fever, headache and body aches...

...illness) to other people," she said. Nyce also advises people get a flu shot to help prevent being infected by the influenza virus. How do you know if it's a cold or the flu? "High fever, chills and body aches accompany the flu," Nyce said...