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Flu Quiz

Daylight saving has ended and the summer weather is fading fast. One of the easiest ways you can protect your health at this time of year is to have a vaccination against influenza (the 'flu'). Even though 'bird flu' or 'pandemic flu' has been in the news a great deal this year, regular seasonal flu is still a more serious problem for people at this time.

 

Try this quiz to see how much you know about influenza and then read our feature articles:

 

Questions

1. If you are generally fit, active and healthy you are not as likely to catch influenza.

A.True
B. False


The correct answer is

2. Influenza is just a 'bad cold'.

A. True
B. False


The correct answer is

3. The influenza vaccine is free for all those aged 65 and over and for younger people who have specific long term health conditions.

A. True
B. False


The correct answer is

4. Possible complications of influenza include pneumonia and heart failure.

A. True
B. False


The correct answer is

5. The influenza vaccine guarantees 100% protection from the flu.

A. True
B. False


The correct answer is

6. Simple hygiene is another effective way to prevent passing on the flu.

A. True
B. False


The correct answer is

You answered of 6 Statements correctly.

To find out more, visit our Colds and 'Flu Centre.

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