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How long are you contagious after the flu?
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Generally, a person is contagious from 1 day before any symptoms. You can stay that way for 5 to 7 days after you start feeling sick. Children may be able to spread the virus for even longer, up to two weeks, until all of their symptoms fade.
Helena
April 8, 2018 - 3:24pmThis Comment