Flu: Fact vs. Myths
As flu season makes itself known throughout Florida and right here in Westchase, we asked a local expert for some facts about the bug.
With many Westchase residents finding themselves battling the fevers, sniffles, coughs and body aches so common with the flu, we thought it was time to ask the experts about this bug that has so many down and out. Myths surrounding this illness are common and St. Joseph’s Hospitals’ infection prevention and control manager Elizabeth “Liz” Moseley, RN, BSN, CIC, agreed to answer some of our questions about the troublesome condition. Patch: Does the flu shot cause the flu? Moseley: The flu shot cannot give you the flu. Common side effects from the flu shot are sore arm, low fever and achiness. The nasal-spray flu vaccine can cause side effects of runny nose, sore throat or cough. If someone does experience any of these side effects, they are…
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