How does a physical disability affect how someone may respond to the flu?

People with certain types of disability have a higher risk of getting flu-related complications, such as pneumonia. Some physical disabilities can affect how well your body fights off infection.

People with conditions that affect their immune system, which controls how well your body fights off infections (including chronic and respiratory diseases) are at increased risk for getting more severe illness and requiring hospitalization.

Last Updated: 11/16/2009

• Which people are at highest risk for developing flu-related complications?
• How does a cognitive or mental disability affect someone’s ability to keep from getting the flu?
• What disability groups are at particular risk for flu?

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