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Tips to help you survive cold, flu season offered

Is it a cold or the flu?

As we all are well aware, this year’s cold and flu season is already here. And with the H1N1 flu virus making matters worse, it looks like it will be a season to remember.

Here are some symptoms to help you determine if you have a cold or the flu. Remember, when in doubt, check with your health care provider.

Is it a Cold or the Flu?
Symptom	Cold	Flu
Fever (102-104 F)	Rare	Often high for 3-5 days
Headache	Rare	Sudden onset, severe
Aches/Pains	Mild	Usual, often severe
Fatigue/Weakness	Mild	Sudden; can last 2-3 weeks
Extreme exhaustion	Never	Yes
Stuffy nose	Common	Sometimes
Sneezing	Common	Sometimes
Sore Throat	Common	Sometimes
Chest discomfort/Congestion	Mild coughing	Common; can be severe

How to
Stay Well

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WebMD Health Manager

You can take common-sense steps to limit the spread of colds and flu by doing the following:

Wash your hands often and use hand sanitizer
Keep your hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth
Make sure your diet includes plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains
Get enough sleep (ideally eight hours)
Drink 2 liters of water each day
Take a daily multi-vitamin
Develop ways to handle stress which weakens the immune system

For additional information about colds, flu or the H1N1 virus, access WebMD for Kellogg Retirees. You can also visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and www.Flu.gov.