What you can do yourself: infectious diseases at a glance - Influenza - Influenza
Onderdeel van: Infection Prevention
Clinical picture(Seasonal) influenza is caused by the influenza virus. Influenza begins suddenly, with symptoms that may include coughing, a runny nose, headache, sore throat, muscle pain, fatigue, fever, and chills. The flu season generally runs from November to April. Route of transmissionTransmission occurs through coughing up droplets from the patient's throat and, to a lesser extent, through direct or indirect contact. Contagious periodFrom the day before symptoms start until 5-7 days afterwards. Incubation period1 to 4 days (usually 2 days). Vaccination policyThe employer offers annual flu vaccinations. Risk of infection There is a risk of infection after unprotected contact with…
