Influenza

Influenza, or flu, is a respiratory infection caused by a variety of flu viruses. The most familiar aspect of the flu is the way it can "knock you off your feet" as it sweeps through entire communities.

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Influenza Information: Information about influenza.
Flu101.com: Contains information and solutions on viral diseases, the flu, HIV, AIDS.
Partners in Health National Influenza Immunization Campaign: Canadian organization. Information on the need for immunizations to prevent the disease. In English and French.
Medinfo: Influenza: Easy to understand information for patients on influenza, a virus which causes a severe form of respiratory tract infection with generalised bodily symptoms
Swiss Federal Office of Public Health: Offers general information about flu viruses and a look at current and prior flu activity in Switzerland.
Maxim Flu: From Maxim Healthcare Services. Search for flu vaccination clinics.
Influenza virus: Stunning photos show stained flu virus particles and evidence of internal helical components - the virus's RNA.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Vaccine and antiviral information. Also provides national and international surveillance reports.
Influenza American Lung Association: Q&A page defines the flu, and examines its severity and complications. Read about who should get vaccinated, and how to stay healthy.
The Flu Dr. Reddy: Michigan pediatrician offers general information on flu epidemics, symptoms, and vaccines. Read updates on the new Asian and Australian flus.
HealthWorld Online: Influenza: Alternative medicine remedies such as herbs and tonics are presented at possible flu medicines. Focus piece advises on treating children.
Influenza - World Health Organization: Monitor the flu with WHO's mapping system which points to outbreaks and seasonal activity. Offers flu facts and recommended vaccine information.
AskMen.com: Article with tips on losing the flu.
Influenza Virus Illustration: Computer graphics of the appearance and structure of the virus with a description.
Mayo Clinic: Flu: A description of influenza, its symptoms, causes, complications, treatment and prevention.
Donnica Moore, M.D.: Compares and contrasts cold and flu symptoms.
Flu Shots for Children: Offers Influenza facts, vaccine facts, who should get the flu shot, and Q&As about the vaccine.
HealthLink MCW: An article answering the question: how do I know it's the flu?
Better Homes and Gardens Cold and Flu Guide: Deciphering cold, flu, and allergy symptoms. Treatments that work in preventing colds and flu.
Oregon Influenza Facts: Puts the virus into historical perspective for Oregon, including the numbers of flu-related deaths. Learn about risk factors and prevention.
National Flu Surveillance Network: US information on influenza and the flu virus with current trends, news, community outbreaks and surveillance maps. [Requires Flash]
WebMD Health: Offers a consumer health site for cold and flu. Included information on prevention and natural remedies.
Flu Net: The World Health Organization links national influenza centres and collaborating centres for global influenza surveillance.
Kilbourne, NY Medical College Influenza Archive: An archive of influenza virus reassortants, mutants, and antisera, including a database of flu viruses and vaccines, with information about phenotype, genotype, special properties, and relevant published references.
Maxim Health Systems Find a Flu Shot Clinic: Locate flu shot clinics by zip code, area code, or state. Get information on who needs a flu shot and why its important for preventing complications.
Wake Forest University: Influenza: Symptoms and treatment of Influenza from the Student Health Service of Wake Forest University.
Influenza News - Topix.net: News on influenza collected from diverse sources on the web.
Influenza (Flu) - Texas Department of Health: Overview of influenza, case definitions, vaccine information (including the Influenza Vaccination Pocket Information Guide), and surveillance data with influenza activity levels.
e-Medicine Health - Flu in Adults: Consumer health resource center providing an overview of adult influenza and its causes, symptoms and treatment.
MedlinePlus: Influenza: Directory of news releases, articles, and factsheets.
Flu Facts: Features cause, symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, and prevention.
Influenza - Topix.net: News on the disease.
Influenza Vaccine: Discusses influenza, its symptoms and treatment options, including the effectiveness of flu vaccinations. Also includes a chart describing the differences between the flu and the common cold.
Influenza Vaccine: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point looks at who needs the flu vaccine and when, as well as the risk of serious reaction.
Family Flu Center: Relevant info on the flu, its causes, and treatments, with content in text and streaming video.
Yahoo! Health - Influenza: Health encyclopedia with detailed information on the flu: description, causes, incidence, risk factors, symptoms, signs and tests, treatment and prevention.
CBC news - Fighting the Flu: A CBC News in-depth report on popular misconceptions, facts on flu shots and a history of vaccinations.
Flu in China: Information for researchers and public health workers in China.
Flu Busters: A national health care company that specializes in administering the flu shot on-site. Includes flu facts, statistics, and immunization FAQ's.
FluHelp.org: A simple guide to natural, effective flu prevention techniques and treatment options.
Informed Health Online: An in-depth look at available evidence on preventing influenza, with a supplement on SARS. It also includes summary fact sheets.
Prevent the Flu: Bolstering your immune system through proper hygiene, eating a diet rich in whole foods, using key supplements, getting proper, restful sleep and reducing stress to help prevent flu, colds and diseases. By Joseph Brasco M.D.
VNA First: Flu/Pneum Vaccine locator site. Also contains up to date information on influenza and health related issues.
Keith Nabe: Flu expert and consumer advocate of anti-aging and weight loss. Find links to news releases and contact details.
Influenza.com: Influenza can cause hospitalizations and death and there is a vaccine available to prevent it. Find who is at risk, learn the history, and discover the impact on our health and our children.
CDC National Vaccine Program Office: Pandemic Influenza: Includes information on past pandemics, flu defense tactics, and pandemic planning guides.
Cure Research - Flu: Features common signs and symptoms, incubation period, duration, and diagnosis.