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How to Protect Others When Someone Has Flu

Someone in the house has been diagnosed with the flu. This places others in the household, especially close contacts (those within six feet of the sick person), at risk for developing an influenza infection as well. While providing basic care, home caregivers of a person with the flu can protect themselves and others from unnecessary exposure to the influenza virus, may benefit from anti-viral prophylactic treatment, and can use sanitary practices that may lessen the spread of flu germs. Are People in the Household High Risk for Flu Complications? People who are high risk for complications of the flu should contact their healthcare provider regarding whether or not to obtain anti-viral treatment if they are in close contact with someone diagnosed with the flu. High risk groups for serious complications from the flu include, but are not limited to, those who are: 65 years old and older Pregnant or are within two weeks of an ended pregnancy Diagnosed with a chronic illness s...