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Breathing in droplets from coughs and sneezes of someone who has the flu</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1434" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Touching a surface with the virus on it and then touching your mouth, nose, or eyes" value="1434" name="question_option_451" class="question_option" id="question_option_1434" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Touching a surface with the virus on it and then touching your mouth, nose, or eyes</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1435" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. Both B and C" value="1435" name="question_option_451" class="question_option" id="question_option_1435" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. Both B and C</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_451">The correct answer is B and C. The best lifestyle change you can make to help prevent the flu is to wash your hands often.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_2" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_452"><h4 class="question">Which of the following helps protect you from the flu?</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1436" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Getting a flu shot every year" value="1436" name="question_option_452" class="question_option" id="question_option_1436" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Getting a flu shot every year</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1437" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. Washing your hands frequently" value="1437" name="question_option_452" class="question_option" id="question_option_1437" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. Washing your hands frequently</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1438" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Getting enough sleep" value="1438" name="question_option_452" class="question_option" id="question_option_1438" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Getting enough sleep</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1439" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. Eating a healthy diet" value="1439" name="question_option_452" class="question_option" id="question_option_1439" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. Eating a healthy diet</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1440" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="E. All of the above" value="1440" name="question_option_452" class="question_option" id="question_option_1440" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>E. All of the above</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_452">The correct answer is all of the above. Washing your hands often helps stop the spread of germs. Eating a healthy diet and getting enough sleep help boost your immune system so you’re less likely to get sick.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_3" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_453"><h4 class="question">Which of the following is NOT a symptom of the flu:</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1441" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Diarrhea" value="1441" name="question_option_453" class="question_option" id="question_option_1441" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Diarrhea</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1442" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. Body aches" value="1442" name="question_option_453" class="question_option" id="question_option_1442" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. Body aches</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1443" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Cough" value="1443" name="question_option_453" class="question_option" id="question_option_1443" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Cough</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1444" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. Fever" value="1444" name="question_option_453" class="question_option" id="question_option_1444" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. Fever</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1445" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="E. Sore throat" value="1445" name="question_option_453" class="question_option" id="question_option_1445" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>E. Sore throat</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_453">The correct answer is diarrhea. The flu causes symptoms in the nose, throat, and lungs. If you are experiencing flu symptoms, you should avoid contact with other people.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_4" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_454"><h4 class="question">How long do flu symptoms last?</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1446" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. 2 days" value="1446" name="question_option_454" class="question_option" id="question_option_1446" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. 2 days</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1447" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. 3 days" value="1447" name="question_option_454" class="question_option" id="question_option_1447" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. 3 days</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1448" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. 5 days" value="1448" name="question_option_454" class="question_option" id="question_option_1448" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. 5 days</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1449" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. Longer than 1 week" value="1449" name="question_option_454" class="question_option" id="question_option_1449" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. Longer than 1 week</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_454">The correct answer is longer than 1 week. Fever and aches begin to go away between 2 and 4 days after getting the flu. Sneezing, dry cough, runny nose, and sore throat may continue for several days. You may feel tired for weeks. Get plenty of rest and drink a lot of fluids while you’re recovering from the flu.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_5" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_455"><h4 class="question">Which of the following is NOT a treatment for the flu?</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1450" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Drink plenty of fluids" value="1450" name="question_option_455" class="question_option" id="question_option_1450" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Drink plenty of fluids</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1451" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. Rest" value="1451" name="question_option_455" class="question_option" id="question_option_1451" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. Rest</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1452" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Antiviral medicine" value="1452" name="question_option_455" class="question_option" id="question_option_1452" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Antiviral medicine</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1453" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. Antibiotics" value="1453" name="question_option_455" class="question_option" id="question_option_1453" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. Antibiotics</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1454" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="E. Acetaminophen" value="1454" name="question_option_455" class="question_option" id="question_option_1454" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>E. Acetaminophen</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_455">The correct answer is antibiotics. Antibiotics kill bacteria. They do not help fight viruses, and the flu is caused by a virus. Taking antibiotics when they are not needed increases your risk of getting an infection later that can't be treated with antibiotics. Don't ask your doctor for antibiotics when you have the flu.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_6" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_456"><h4 class="question">How can you prevent spreading the flu when you’re sick?</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1455" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Avoid sharing food, utensils, or cups" value="1455" name="question_option_456" class="question_option" id="question_option_1455" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Avoid sharing food, utensils, or cups</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1456" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. Cough into your sleeve if a tissue is not available, not into your hands" value="1456" name="question_option_456" class="question_option" id="question_option_1456" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. Cough into your sleeve if a tissue is not available, not into your hands</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1457" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth" value="1457" name="question_option_456" class="question_option" id="question_option_1457" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1458" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. Stay in your home for at least 24 hours after any fever is gone" value="1458" name="question_option_456" class="question_option" id="question_option_1458" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. Stay in your home for at least 24 hours after any fever is gone</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1459" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="E. Wear a mask" value="1459" name="question_option_456" class="question_option" id="question_option_1459" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>E. Wear a mask</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1460" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="F. All of the above" value="1460" name="question_option_456" class="question_option" id="question_option_1460" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>F. All of the above</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_456">The correct answer is all of the above. If you get the flu, do all you can to prevent the virus from spreading to friends, loved ones, and strangers.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_7" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_457"><h4 class="question">You can get vaccinated for the flu with a nasal spray.</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1461" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. True" value="1461" name="question_option_457" class="question_option" id="question_option_1461" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. True</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1462" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. False" value="1462" name="question_option_457" class="question_option" id="question_option_1462" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. False</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_457">The correct answer is true. There are two types of flu vaccines: a flu shot and a nasal spray. The nasal spray is called FluMist. It uses a live, weakened virus instead of a dead one. If you are 2 to 49 years old, and are not pregnant, you may use this vaccine. Talk to your doctor about whether FluMist is right for you.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_8" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_458"><h4 class="question">When is the best time to get the flu vaccine?</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1463" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. October" value="1463" name="question_option_458" class="question_option" id="question_option_1463" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. October</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1464" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. December" value="1464" name="question_option_458" class="question_option" id="question_option_1464" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. December</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1465" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. January" value="1465" name="question_option_458" class="question_option" id="question_option_1465" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. January</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1466" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. March" value="1466" name="question_option_458" class="question_option" id="question_option_1466" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. March</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_458">The correct answer is in October. The CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older receive the flu vaccine. You should get the vaccine at the start of flu season (around October in the U.S.). Getting the vaccine as late as March may still help.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_9" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_459"><h4 class="question">Which of the following are side effects of the flu vaccine?</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1467" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Soreness at the injection site" value="1467" name="question_option_459" class="question_option" id="question_option_1467" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Soreness at the injection site</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1468" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. Fever" value="1468" name="question_option_459" class="question_option" id="question_option_1468" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. Fever</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1469" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. 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Talk to your doctor if you have concerns about getting a flu shot.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_10" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_460"><h4 class="question">Who should NOT receive a flu vaccine?</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1471" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Pregnant women" value="1471" name="question_option_460" class="question_option" id="question_option_1471" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Pregnant women</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1472" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. People over 65 years old" value="1472" name="question_option_460" class="question_option" id="question_option_1472" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. People over 65 years old</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1473" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Babies between 6 months and 2 years old" value="1473" name="question_option_460" class="question_option" id="question_option_1473" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Babies between 6 months and 2 years old</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1474" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. People who are sick and have a fever" value="1474" name="question_option_460" class="question_option" id="question_option_1474" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. People who are sick and have a fever</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_460">The correct answer is people who are sick and have a fever. If you have a fever or other illness, you should talk to your doctor before getting vaccinated. The CDC and most doctors recommend waiting until you are healthy to get the vaccine.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_11" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_461"><h4 class="question">Washing your hands thoroughly is the best lifestyle change you can make to help prevent the flu.</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_1475" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. True" value="1475" name="question_option_461" class="question_option" id="question_option_1475" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. True</label></li><li id="answer_choice_1476" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. False" value="1476" name="question_option_461" class="question_option" id="question_option_1476" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. False</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_461">The correct answer is true. 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