Peterson added that finding time to rest can be difficult for busy college students. After finals week, usually the number of reported cases of the flu increase. Peterson said as the level of stress increases, the immune system weakens. He said not every flu symptom warrants a trip to the clinic, however. Peterson acknowledged that while there are a lot of false myths about treating the flu, some home remedies do work.
Rest is the most important remedy.
Some people think taking daily vitamins will help prevent the flu, and Peterson said vitamins can help. I recommend vitamin E and C in daily doses for older patients. Peterson said the only vitamin that can harm people is vitamin C when taken in a large dose. Another option for flu prevention is to get a flu shot at Mary Greeley Medical Center. She said people can stop by from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and nurses will be there to help with paperwork.