Flu prevention & treatment

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homologous

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Similar in position, structure, function, or characteristics.

host

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An organism on or in which a parasite lives.

immune system

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The cells, tissues and organs that help the body to resist infection and disease by producing antibodies and/or altered cells that inhibit the multiplication of the infectious agent.

infectious agent

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Any organism, such as a pathogenic virus, parasite, or bacterium, that is capable of invading body tissues, multiplying, and causing disease.

influenza

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A serious disease caused by viruses that infect the respiratory tract.

isolate

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A pure strain that has been isolated as from diseased tissue, contaminated water, or the air.

A state of separation between persons or groups to prevent the spread of disease. The first published recommendations for isolation precautions in United States hospitals appeared as early as 1877, ...