What Is a Viral Infection?
8. What Are the Risk Factors for Viral Infections?
Viral illnesses can affect practically anyone, regardless of age or gender. However, there are certain lifestyle choices or genetic factors that can cause some people to be more prone to viral infections.
Risk factors for viral infections include poor hygiene, pre-existing medical conditions, excess stress, age and drug use. Disadvantaged populations are also at higher risk of developing viral infections.
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