8 most common flu myths

POSTED: 08:26 AM PDT Sep 26, 2012 UPDATED: 11:00 PM PDT Sep 26, 2012

Think you know everything about the flu? See if you’ve been fooled by the eight most common flu myths.

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Reality: Washing your hands, keeping your distance from someone else who is sick, getting enough sleep and taking care of yourself will help keep you well.

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Cold or flu?

Vaccine shot

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Child sick fever

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Flu vaccine

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stethoscope, doctor

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