What disability groups are at particular risk for flu?

If you have one of the disabilities listed below, you may be at increased risk of becoming infected or having unrecognized illness.  You should discuss your risk of illness with your healthcare provider. Disability groups at risk of getting flu and/or having unrecognized flu symptoms include:

• People who have limited mobility or who cannot limit coming into contact with others who are infected, like staff and family members
• People who have trouble understanding or practicing preventive measures such as hand washing
• People who may not be able to communicate symptoms of illness
• People who may not be  monitored closely for symptoms of illness

Last Updated: 11/16/2009

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

• Special Patients
  • People with Disabilities