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Who needs to be protected from flu?

by Harjeet Kaur
January 16, 2025
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Who needs to be protected from flu?

Who needs to be protected from the flu?
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Influenza or flu is not given much credence in India, but the fact is that there is need for awareness about it. A timely flu shot just before the monsoon season can help prevent the illness. So Who needs to be protected from flu?

What is Influenza or Flu?

Flu is a highly transmittable viral infection of the respiratory system causing fever and severe aches, and often occurs in the form of epidemics. The best way to avert flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year.

What are Flu Symptoms?

Flu is unlike a common cold. Flu usually comes on unexpectedly and people who have flu often have  

Fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, fatigue, body aches and headaches.

Some children may have vomiting and diarrhoea.

It’s significant to remember that not everyone with flu will have a fever.

How Flu Spreads

Most specialists are certain that flu viruses spread mainly by tiny infectious droplets from people with the flu when they cough, sneeze or talk. These droplets disperse in the air and are carriers of the flu.

Who is most likely to be infected with influenza? Who needs to be protected from flu?

Children are naturally energetic and curious. They play in the outdoors and are most probable to get the flu. The likelihood of children between the ages of 6 months to 8 years getting influenza are three times more in evolving countries like India. Senior citizens above 65 years of age are also prone to catching influenza.

What is seasonal influenza?

A severe respiratory infection triggered by the influenza virus, the seasonal flu cases in our country see a rise during monsoons and winter.  All year round there may be cases but the major peak is during winter and during post-monsoon. The indications of seasonal influenza comprise of fever, dry cough, headache, bad throat, muscle and joint pains and of course, a runny nose. It takes almost a week to recover but the cough can last for 15 days. Nevertheless, seasonal flu can get critical and, in some cases, fatal. (1) 

Who needs flu shots in India?

Children in the age group of 6 months to 5 years, ageing persons (65+ years old), pregnant women and people with continuing medical conditions like diabetes, asthma or any other breathing disorders. Senior citizens are highly vulnerable to the flu and should be extra cautious about their health. They need to take the flu vaccination.

Good hygiene is a way to protect yourself against the flu, but the best and fool proof method is flu vaccination.

Prevention of the flu

As the flu season approaches, it is important for us to get the flu vaccination before the beginning of the season or anytime during it but preventive measures too should be followed. Follow simple hygiene practices like washing your hands frequently and avoiding touching your face. In addition, it is better to cough or sneeze into a tissue rather than in the air.

What to do if you have the flu?

  • Stay at home and get plenty of rest.
  • Drink a lot of fluids.
  • Treat the fever
  • Control the cough
  • Sit in a warm bath
  • Use saline drops
  • Suck on a Lozenge
  • Use a humidifier (2)

The saying ‘prevention is better than the cure’ is relevant even now. Treatment, recovery and getting back on our feet takes time and energy, so it is always better to speak to a doctor and learn about the flu shot and why you should get it.

We must #PreventWhatCanBePrevented because flu is preventable with vaccination.

References:

  1. https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/keyfacts.htm
  2. https://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/coping-with-flu

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Harjeet Kaur

Harjeet Kaur

I’m Harjeet Kaur, the voice behind Wordsmithkaur, a lifestyle blog that’s ranked among India’s Top 20. My writing journey started unexpectedly with articles for The Hindu, and I even had a weekend column that had loyal readership. Over the years, I’ve juggled many hats—content creator, freelance writer, and blogger—all while nurturing my love for words. On my blog, you’ll find a little bit of everything: recipes straight from my kitchen, travel diaries, gardening tips, and stories about beauty, mental health, and sustainability. Cooking is my therapy, and I take pride in turning simple, traditional recipes into gourmet dishes—with love as my secret ingredient. I write to connect, to share, and to inspire. Whether it’s content for social media, blogs, or brochures, I thrive on crafting stories that resonate. If it’s writing you need, I’m your go-to wordsmith. Take a peek into my world—I promise there’s always something interesting waiting for you.

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Comments 11

  1. Afreen Ansari says:
    4 years ago

    Prevention is totally better than cure. It’s good to know all the details about flu and how to prevent it.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      4 years ago

      Thanks, Afreen. Very few people in the country are aware about it. We have to create awareness.

      Reply
  2. Roshan Radhakrishnan says:
    4 years ago

    I hope parents of young children are reading this… They need to know how bad things can get…

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      4 years ago

      Yes Doctor. We need to create awareness about it

      Reply
  3. Aesha Shah says:
    4 years ago

    It is so true that children and senior citizens are more prone to infectious diseases. They should be taking the flu shots every year. It is important to prevent the spread of Flu.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      4 years ago

      Yes, Aesha. My grandsons live in Mexico and they take annual shots.

      Reply
  4. Dr Bushra says:
    4 years ago

    Absolutely awareness is much needed regarding flu shot. Flu vaccine is best way to prevent flu. #preventwhatcanbeprevented

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      4 years ago

      Yes, Dr Bushra…that is what we should do..create awareness

      Reply
  5. Dr.Amrita Basu says:
    4 years ago

    I like how you are spreading awareness about Flu and the protective power of Flu shots.

    Reply
    • Harjeet Kaur says:
      4 years ago

      Thanks, Amrita…we have to spread awareness

      Reply
  6. Ruchi Verma says:
    4 years ago

    There is nothing more important than your health and flu is very active during monsoons ..its important to get vaccinated. Thanks for sharing such detailed post.

    Reply

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