There is a nasty flu going around that just wont go away! I had it for 3 weeks! If you get it...ehre are some survival tips!

ANTIVIRALS: There are two prescription drugs on   the market that work against influenza. Tamiflu is a pill, and Relenza is an   inhaled powder, and both can cut about a day or two off the time spent in bed   with flu. They can also keep patients from getting dangerously ill. Both must   be taken within a day or so of when symptoms start to be effective.

ANALGESICS: Pain and fever relieving medications   such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen – sold under brand names such as Motrin,   Advil, Tylenol and others – can reduce fever and help with muscle aches. Patients   with asthma, high blood pressure or other chronic conditions should check with   a doctor before taking them. Children should never be given aspirin – it can   cause a deadly reaction called Reyes Syndrome.

FLUIDS: Dehydration is a special risk when people   are ill and feverish. The Health and Human Services Department recommends plenty   of clear fluids such as water, broth or sports drinks. If you have an upset   stomach, try sipping through a straw. The really sick may suck on small ice   cubes or ice pops. And drinking can soothe a sore throat.

OVER-THE-COUNTER REMEDIES: Decongestants and antihistamines   can help the most annoying symptoms of a cold or the flu – the runny or congested   nose and some cough caused by post-nasal drip. Antihistamines can also help   many people sleep. Cough drops or hard candies can soothe a scratchy throat,   although they should not be given to young children who might choke. Cough remedies   containing the suppressant dextromethorphan may help but most contain too little   to do much good.

STAY HOME AND REST: If you have symptoms of flu   or a bad cold, or another virus such as norovirus, the best thing you can do   for yourself and others is stay home and rest. You won’t spread your germs that   way and you’re unlikely to be effective at work or school, anyway. And if you’re   caring for someone who is infected, keeping the patient confined to one room   and keeping that room clean can help prevent the spread of infection. Humidifiers   or a steamy shower may help people breathe more easily. And gargling with warm   salt water can also soothe a sore throat.