Between 5% and 20% of people get the flu each year, according to Web MD.  Many students have been out of school, sick with the flu or something similar.

Westminister Christain Academy recently closed for two days due to excessive absenteeism. “You would notice that less and less people were in your class each day, and soon everyone was afraid of each other because you thought you might get sick. Teachers were using Clorox on the desks, and students were using hand sanitizer after every class. It was bad,” said Marie Post, a junior at Westminister.

It is possible to get a vaccine, which comes in a shot or in a spray.  After getting the flu, doctors recommend rest, hydration, and medication.

Remember to take precautions this flu season. Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, and make sure to use hand sanitizer to prevent the spread of sickness.