Transcript Influenza - Allegheny County Immunization Coalition

THE FLU ENDS WITH U
What is the Flu
 Another name for influenza
 Contagious respiratory illness
 Attacks people of all ages
 Illness is mild to severe
 Complications can lead to death
 In the USA 5% to 20% of people get the flu every year
 About 200,000 are hospitalized a year
 About 36,000 die from the flu a year
Complications of Flu
 Bacterial pneumonia
 Ear infections
 Sinus infections
 Dehydration
 Worsening of chronic
medical conditions
asthma, diabetes or congestive heart failure
Signs and Symptoms
 Fever
 Cough
 Sore throat
 Headache
 Chills
 Muscle aches
 Fatigue
 Vomiting /diarrhea
Occurs more in children than adults
How Long Can the Flu Last
 Symptoms such as a
fever, chills, sore throat,
headache, runny nose,
loss of appetite can last
3 to 7 days.
 Cough and fatigue can
last up to 2 weeks.
 Contagious- 1 day
before & up to 5-7 days
after symptoms appear
Cold vs. Flu
Cold
Milder than flu
Stuffy nose
Runny nose
Headache
Sore throat
Cough
Flu
worse than a cold
Fever /nasal congestion
Muscle or body aches
Extreme tiredness
cough/sore throat
Headache
Vomiting/diarrhea
More common in children
How Does Flu Spread
Through droplets when
you cough, sneeze or
talk
By touching objects
contaminated with the
flu virus then touching
your eyes, nose or
mouth
poor hand hygiene
Why Receive the Vaccine
 Adults need it to protect
the children.
 Children need it to
protect the elderly.
 We all need it to protect
each other!
You Can Catch & Spread Flu In School
 Water fountains
 Sharing drinks
 Kissing
 Close contact with
others
 Sharing cigarettes
 Locker rooms
You Can Take Home the Flu
If you catch the Flu
in school, you can
take it home to
your family.
You Can Spread it to Your Loved Ones
Parents
Brothers & sisters
Grandparents
Newborn baby
Relatives
Friends
Even with a simple hug or kiss
You Can Spread Flu to Others
 Infected family members
can spread the flu
everywhere they go
Let the Flu Stop With YOU
 Wash hands frequently
with soap and water or
use alcohol based hand
sanitizer
 Avoid close contact with
sick people
 Stay home when you are
sick
Let The Flu Stop With You
Cough into your sleeve
Use tissues when sneezing.
Throw used tissues in
the trash.
The best way to prevent the flu is
to get VACCINATED!
Who Should Get Vaccinated
Everyone 6 months and older
Who Should Not Get Vaccinated
 Allergy to chicken eggs
 Severe reaction to previous flu vaccine
 Developed Guillian-Barre syndrome 6 weeks after flu
vaccine
 Younger than 6 months
 Moderately or severely ill with fever.....wait until your
symptoms lessen
When Should I Get The Flu Vaccine
Every year
Flu season can run from
October to May.
Usually peaks in January
As soon as it is available
Never too late
Vaccinate throughout the season
Two Ways to Vaccinate!
Injection
Nasal Spray
Injection
 The “flu shot” is an
inactivated vaccine,
which means it
contains a killed virus.
 It is given with a
needle.
 Injection site is in the
upper arm.
Nasal Spray
 A vaccine administered
through the nose.
 Licensed for ages 2-49
 Cannot receive if
pregnant.
 It is a live virus vaccine
called “FluMist.”
Risk Factors Associated With Both Vaccines
 Allergic reactions are rare, and usually occur
within minutes to hours.
 These include difficulty breathing, hoarseness,
hives, paleness, weakness, rapid heart beat or
dizziness.
 Seek medical attention immediately
This Video Tells How Seasonal Flu that includes H1N1 Can Impact Your Life
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Where To Get The Flu Vaccine
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Allegheny County Health Department
Health Care Provider
Health Clinics
Health Fairs
Local Pharmacies
Urgent Care Centers
School Vaccination Clinics
Interested in Learning More?
 Go to www.cdc.gov/flu
 call 1-800-CDC-INFO
 Talk with your health care provider
 Talk to your school nurse
 Contact your local health department
“Community Immunity”
Art Poster Contest
Sponsored by the
Allegheny County
Immunization Coalition
(ACIC)
Incentives
 Cash prizes
 Scholarship
opportunities
 Resume builder
 Opportunity to display
your art in a gallery
 Publicity
Entry Requirements
 See your school nurse for complete details
 Deadline for submission November 11, 2010
Works Cited
 www.cdc.gov/flu
 http://www.cdc.gov/cdctv/inever/. Video web address for:
“I never get the flu”. February 2010.
 Cold and the Flu-What to ask your Doctor-Adults. MedlinePlus Encyclopedia.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/patientinstructions/00249.htm
 Is the Flu Vaccine a Good Idea for Your Family?. Kids Health. Nemours.
http://kidshealth.org/
 For Consumers: Flu. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. August 20th, 2010.
http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ByAudience/ForWomen/ucm118571.htm.
 Influenza Vaccine. MedlinePlus Encyclopedia.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002025.htm
 Key Facts and Information About Influenza(Flu) and the Flu vaccine. Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention. August 20, 2010.
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/keyfacts.htm.
Created by Students of
UPMC Mercy Hospital School of Nursing
Elizabeth Blasi
Bethany Conway
Nicole Jordan
Steve Klayko
Kimberly Medina
Sarah Reed
Ann Shaughnessy
Jen Vlahos
Jaime Zurawsky
Instructor
Mrs. Patricia Robinson, RN, MN
1400 Locust Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
with contributions from the Allegheny County Immunization Coalition