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Dear sir I want to say that how long am I contagious when I have the flue or a cold.
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Till it is completely cure.
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About a week. You’re contagious from 1 day before you have any symptoms. You stay that way for 5 to 7 days after you start feeling sick. Kids may be able to spread the virus for even longer, until all of their symptoms fade.
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