Top 5 Apps For the Flu Season

NEW YORK (TheStreet It's flu season right now. And this year, it's an "epidemic."

You may have already gotten a flu shot, but it can take up to fourteen days to become effective. At the rate the flu is spreading, you might not have two weeks to spare.

So take your vitamins, wash your hands and...turn on your smartphone. Yep, there are apps for that, too.

TheStreet took a look at the flu apps available on Apple's (AAPL) App Store and Google (GOOG) Play, and these are your best resources for keeping the flu away from you. Or near you, if you're looking to fit in. Cough cough.

CDC Influenza

Even the CDC has an app these days. Download it and you'll remain disease free. Well, maybe.

Keep an eye on the flu with the "influenza activity and surveillance" section.

Worried about the shot? The vaccination tab explains everything in a pinch.

And do your research before taking any pills. The "antiviral drugs" tab will give you the 411.

The free app is compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad, but requires iOS 4.0 or later.

Flu Near You

If you haven't gotten a vaccine yet...well, what are you waiting for?

Have no fear, Flu Near You will tell you where to go. The app uses your location to identify clinics with flu shots near you.

The Flu Map section will give you an indication of flu activity in your area. New York's not looking too hot right now.

You can also report flu symptoms via the app...so, be a statistic.