What Increases Your Risk
Anyone exposed to an
(flu) virus can become infected. These
viruses are contagious and spread easily among people in groups, such as in
nursing homes, hospitals, shelters, schools, and day cares. Working, visiting,
or living in any of these areas increases your risk of getting the flu.
The risk of having severe symptoms and
complications is higher for:
- Children younger than 2 years of
age.
- Adults age 65 and older.
- Pregnant women.
- People who have
, other
lung diseases, or
.
- People who have a medical
condition (such as
) or who are
using a medicine that
.