Families/Individuals: People with Health Conditions

Overview

Most people who get the flu won't need medical care; however, some people are at higher risk of having flu complications due to pneumonia, bronchitis, and other infections. Additionally, the flu can also make chronic health problems worse. Read more below for more detailed information and links.

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General Information

All Health Conditions and the Flu from Flu.gov ()

Guidance from the CDC ()

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Health Conditions

Information on specific health conditions in adults from Flu.gov:

• For people with asthma ()
• For people with arthritis ()
• For people with cancer ()
• For people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) ()
• For people with diabetes ()
• For people with disabilities ()
• For people with heart disease ()
• For people with HIV/AIDS ()

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