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Author: Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald, Byers, Bruce E.
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Chapter 37.4, Problem 1TC
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The advice was given by the physician to Makayla, including why Makayla could catch the flu again this year and explain why she should get the flu vaccine if she just had flu last winter.
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Influenza (flu) is a contagious illness that mainly affects the respiratory organs of the body. It appears mostly in winters and early springs. The influenza is caused by influenza virus which affects lungs, nose, and throat.
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