Influenza or 'The Flu' is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. While most healthy people recover from the flu without complications, some people, such as older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at high risk for serious complications from the flu.

Its symptoms include: The flu usually starts suddenly and may include these symptoms can include:

The Flu spreads in respiratory droplets from coughing and sneezing. It usually spreads from person to person, though occasionally a person may become infected by touching something with virus on it and then touching their mouth or nose. Adults may be able to infect others one day before getting symptoms and up seven days after getting sick. So it is possible to give someone the flu before you know you're sick as well as while you are sick.

Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) is an anti-viral drug that both combats the flu virus but also relieves its symptoms. Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) is the world's most prescribed anti-flu medicine. It is highly effective against all types of flu including Avian or Bird Flu. BUT its maximum efficacy is during the first two days of the onset of flu. If you or your loved ones begin displaying influenza or flu-like symptoms, you need to communicate with a doctor quickly to see if Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) is appropriate. You can begin the screening process here.