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The flu vaccine provides 60 percent protection!

With the arrival of the winter months, the protection of the flu vaccine began to be discussed. While the flu affects millions of people every year, it can also lead to serious complications. Asst. Prof. Neşe Kıskaç stated flu virus can stay alive on hard surfaces for up to 48 hours.

Addressing the issue of influenza, which has been on the agenda since the beginning of winter as of December, Istanbul Gelisim University Faculty of Health Sciences faculty member Asst. Prof. Neşe Kıskaç: “Although the flu is a disease that can cause fatal consequences, it is possible to be protected from the flu.” Referring to the discussions about the protection of the flu vaccine, Asst. Prof. Kıskaç  stated that the flu vaccine provides 60 percent protection and pointed out what needs to be done against the threat of the disease.
 
The flu is more dangerous than a cold!

Two of the most common respiratory illnesses in winter are the flu and the common cold. Symptoms of the flu, which affects millions of people every year, include high fever, muscle and joint pains, weakness, headache, dry cough and sore throat. Asst. Prof. Neşe Kıskaç pointed out that the flu poses a serious health threat, especially to the elderly, chronic patients and people with weak immune systems, and said, "The common cold, which manifests itself with symptoms of runny nose, sneezing, sore throat and mild fatigue, usually heals spontaneously within a few days and has a low risk of complications."
Cold weather does not cause flu!

Stating that the thought that cold weather will cause flu is not true, Asst. Prof. Kıskaç, “In cold weather, it is easier for viruses to spread as people spend more time indoors. Poorly ventilated environments increase the risk of transmission of influenza and other respiratory infections. Although cold weather is not a direct cause of flu, it can contribute to the spread of the virus and increase the incidence of the disease.”

“The flu virus can survive on hard surfaces for up to 48 hours”

Influenza, a highly contagious disease, usually spreads through droplets. Asst. Prof. Kıskaç: “Virus particles released into the air during a sick person's coughing, sneezing, or talking enter other people's respiratory tracts, causing infection,” noting that transmission can also occur when hands touch mouth, nose, or eyes after touching infected surfaces.

The contagiousness of the flu virus is particularly high during the first 3-4 days after the onset of symptoms. Individuals with the flu need to isolate themselves and pay attention to hygiene rules. The flu virus can survive on hard surfaces for up to 48 hours.”
The flu vaccine is being developed every year!

There are some scientifically proven methods to protect against the flu. Methods such as influenza vaccination, compliance with hygiene rules, strengthening immunity, avoiding crowded environments, isolation of sick individuals are some of them. Emphasizing that the flu vaccine is developed every year against common strains of the influenza virus, Kıskaç  said, “The flu vaccine reduces complications in risk groups by 60 percent. Healthy diet, regular exercise and adequate sleep support the immune system.”