CDC H1N1 Flu | Flu information for People with Diabetes and Caregivers of People with Diabetes

Flu information for People with Diabetes and Caregivers of People with Diabetes
January 6, 2010 9:00 AM ET

Influenza, often called the "flu" is a respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. Flu spreads mostly by the coughing and sneezing of people who are sick with the flu.

If you have diabetes, you are more likely to get flu-related complications like pneumonia and even be hospitalized or die from the flu than other people. Influenza may also interfere with blood glucose management. People with diabetes should talk with their doctor now to discuss preventing and treating the flu.

But there are steps you can take to protect yourself.

.Get a flu shot! It’s the single best way to protect yourself against the flu.
.Take antiviral medications to treat flu (if your doctor recommends them.)
.Take everyday steps to protect your health.

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