Who is most at risk
Seasonal flu - key segments at risk 9
Some segments of the population are at high risk for serious flu complications and yearly vaccination is recommended. These high-risk groups include:- Adults 65 years and older (adults 50 to 64 years of age are considered at "increased risk")
- People who live in long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes
- Adults and children 6 months and older with chronic conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, kidney disease, or weakened immune system
- Children 6 months to 18 years of age who are on long-term aspirin therapy
- Women who will be pregnant during the flu season
- All children 6 to 23 months of age
Yearly vaccination is also indicated for any person in close contact with someone in a high-risk group, such as healthcare workers and caregivers.
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