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 * how it spreads
 * the flu is a very contagious virus
 * the virus particles are released into the air
 * by a cough, sneeze, or even breathing
 * the virus particles are then inhaled
 * the virus go through the body and attach to the lung cells
 * the virus is able to identify the lung cells because they have a "lock and key" relationship and the flu virus can only attach to the lung cells
 * the virus can also be spread through contact
 * an infected person touches a door knob, telephone, or another public place
 * another person touches the object and then gets the virus on their hands
 * if the person touches their eyes, nose, or mouth the virus is then able to enter the body and infect the previously healthy person
 * the virus is also easily spread through contact such as kissing, hugging, or shaking hands
 * you are at highest risk of getting the flu when you are in crowded areas such as schools, work areas, or crowded living conditions [[image:9470.jpg width="328" height="262"]]
 * the details of spreading
 * the flu virus has special protein on the outside of the cells
 * every other cell in the body have special proteins called "receptors"
 * the flu virus can only attach to the lung cells
 * the flu cells are able to identify the lung cells because they have the only receptors that the flu virus can attach to
 * the flu comes in three different types, A-type virus, B-type virus, and C-type virus which is less sever than the other two
 * an infected person is capable of spreading the flu before they know they have the virus
 * you are contagious for up to two weeks after your symptoms go away
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 * how can you prevent spreading the flu
 * the easiest way of staying flu-free is by constantly washing your hands
 * avoid coming close contact with people who display symptoms of the flu
 * if you come in contact with someone who might have the flu you might want to take vitamins and get lots of rest
 * you can prevent the spread by getting the flu vaccination
 * either the shot or the nasal spray
 * the elderly (65 and over) need to try and stay clear of family members who have the flu
 * the elderly have a high chance of dying from the flu
 * 36,000 die from the flu each year
 * cover your nose when you sneeze and your mouth when you cough
 * stay home and away from others when you are sick
 * avoid touching your nose, eyes, and mouth during flu season
 * avoid touching your nose, eyes, and mouth during flu season


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