How Long Does The Flu Last
Influenza—most commonly referred to as the flu—is a respiratory illness that is viral, meaning it can’t be treated with antibiotics. There are many myths surrounding the flu—for example, Jill Grimes, MD, a board-certified family physician and author of The Ultimate College Student Health Handbook stresses that the flu shot does not cause the flu—so we’ve rounded up what you should know about how long the flu is contagious so you can protect your family this year....