The flu lasts about a week, but cut yourself slack for two. The cough might be the last to leave, like that one friend who always stays too long at a party. Be patient, hydrate, rest, and don’t be a hero.
And next flu season, remember: a flu shot won’t stop every strain, but it can make the duration shorter and the symptoms milder. It’s like giving your immune system a cheat sheet. I get mine every year now, because I’d rather spend my sick days doing fun stuff—like eating soup in bed without feeling like I’m dying. Stay well, grab a blanket, and let time do its thing.
