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How long is the incubation period for the flu?
The incubation period refers to the time between contracting an infection and experiencing symptoms. The World Health Organization (WHO) note that the typical incubation period for the flu is about 2 days but that it can range from 1 to 4 days. The symptoms of flu typically last about 3 to 7 days in most cases.
Are you immune after you get Covid?
For those who recover from COVID-19, immunity to the virus can last about 3 months to 5 years, research shows. Immunity can occur naturally after developing COVID-19 or from getting the COVID-19 vaccination.
Can you be around someone with the flu?
The flu is a very contagious virus. An infected person often becomes contagious, or capable of spreading the virus to other people, even before they begin to show symptoms. Also, it’s possible to spread flu germs to others for up to seven days after becoming ill.
Is a lingering Covid cough contagious?
“A person with COVID-19 is likely no longer contagious after 10 days have passed since testing positive for coronavirus, and 72 hours after resolution of his or her respiratory symptoms and fever,” Dr. Septimus explains.
What are the symptoms of COVID-19 and how long does it take for them to appear?
Watch for Symptoms Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19: Fever or chills.
Does Tamiflu shorten the contagious period?
Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is an antiviral drug that can shorten the duration of influenza (flu) symptoms. However, it will not stop the spread of the flu virus to others. You are still contagious on Tamiflu. The flu is contagious about one day before symptoms begin and up to a week after symptoms start.
Is the flu contagious without fever?
The flu is contagious regardless of whether or not you have a fever. You’ll still be contagious for five to seven days even if your fever breaks early on. The time it takes to no longer be contagious is just a matter of where you are on the seven-day timeline.