Flu can affect anyone, at any age, even healthy people! There are some groups of people that will be at a higher risk of developing flu complications which include:

• Pregnant women
• Those who have a long term condition such as:
  • Heart problem
  • A kidney disease
  • Liver disease
  • Diabetes
  • A chest complaint or breathing difficulties including bronchitis, emphysema or severe asthma
  • People with a weakened immune system due to disease or treatment (such as cancer treatment on steroid medication)
  • Had a stroke
  • Has a neurological condition e.g. multiple sclerosis (MS), cerebral palsy or learning disability
  • A problem with the spleen e.g. sickle cell disease or have had the spleen removed
  • Is seriously overweight and has a BMI 40 or above

This list isn’t definitive as having the flu may lead to serious consequences if the customer has any underlying illnesses.