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Influenza, commonly called the flu, is a highly contagious infection caused by a virus. If you have influenza, symptoms may include fever, chills, body aches, fatigue, cough, and sore throat. You can still spread the virus to others when you have few or no symptoms. In most cases, the symptoms are temporary, and most people recover within seven to ten days with rest and plenty of fluids.
In some cases, influenza can cause serious illness or complications for those at high risk such as children, seniors, and people of any age with chronic illness. Complications from influenza can include pneumonia, ear infections, sinus infections, and other respiratory infections.
To learn more about staying healthy this flu season, see the Tips to Prevent Influenza and the BC HealthFile on Facts about Influenza (the Flu).
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