{"c9374286-f051-4a4a-a20b-da25d3c319ff": "<p>Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. There are two main types of influenza (flu) viruses: types A and B. The influenza A and B viruses that routinely spread in people (human influenza viruses) are responsible for seasonal flu epidemics each year. Many health departments find it helpful to send healthcare partners, such as nursing homes, annual reminders about influenza prevention and procedures for reporting possible outbreaks. </p>", "f394434c-cdd6-422c-857c-73fdb47ec55d": "About Influenza"}