What Is Flu B?
7. Are Certain Groups at Higher Risk of Getting Flu B?
As with any infection or illness, people who have weaker immune systems tend to be at higher risk of getting the flu. There are also groups of people who are at higher risk of experiencing severe symptoms and complications. Age is a factor, as high-risk groups include adults who are older than 64 and children younger than 5. Women who are pregnant are at higher risk, as are those in their first two weeks of postpartum.
Native Americans, including Alaska Natives and American Indians, and people with chronic conditions are considered to be at higher risk than much of the population. For people in these risk groups, and for those whose symptoms are not going away, there is a higher chance of complications. People who fall into these categories should seek immediate medical attention at the first sign of flu B to reduce the risk of further problems.
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