Influenza Quiz: How Flu-Smart Are You?

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Influenza Quiz: How Flu-Smart Are You?

Influenza, or the flu for short, is something that practically everybody has heard of, and lots of people have caught. It's a nasty cold: the flu comes with fever, aching body, and exhaustion that will last for days. Millions of people catch it annually, and the majority recover, but it can be serious in young kids, elderly individuals, and people with compromised immune systems. Luckily, the flu vaccine lowers the risk. But how much do you really know about the flu, how it spreads, and how you can protect yourself? Let's find out.

Can antibiotics treat flu?

  • Yes

  • Sometimes

  • No

  • Only in children

Which animal is often linked to the flu virus spreading new strains?

  • Dogs

  • Pigs and birds

  • Cows

  • Fish

How often should you get a flu shot?

  • Every year

  • Once in a lifetime

  • Every 5 years

  • Only after flu

What type of medication may be given to reduce flu severity?

  • Antiviral drugs

  • Painkillers only

  • Vitamins

  • Steroids

What’s the best way to prevent flu?

  • Washing hair daily

  • Flu vaccine

  • Eating garlic

  • Wearing sunglasses

What is a common symptom of flu?

  • Itchy eyes

  • Sudden weight loss

  • Fever and body aches

  • Hair fall

Influenza is caused by:

  • Bacteria

  • Virus

  • Fungus

  • Parasite

How does the flu mainly spread?

  • Through air droplets when people cough or sneeze

  • Through insect bites

  • By eating spicy food

  • By touching plants

When is flu season in the U.S.?

  • Summer

  • Spring

  • Year-round

  • Fall and winter

Which group is at higher risk from severe flu?

  • Teenagers only

  • Healthy athletes

  • People who drink coffee

  • Babies, elderly, and weak immune systems

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