The H1NI Swine Flu is a disease that pigs get and although it is known to have passed from pigs to humans, it is not known to have spread to and among humans to the extent that it has in the past several months. The medical world has suggested that the reason for this is, the disease has changed and therefore humanity is now more exposed to the change.
Additionally, according to the governmental health care providers, it is very rare for someone to die from this flu and those who has died both young and old, it is highly possible that there was an underlining condition that contributed to the death.
Although everyone is at risk of contacting this contagious disease that can remain on hard surfaces for 24 hours, some people are weaker to it than others are. Therefore, in some countries where the government has made the vaccination for the H1N1 Swine Flu available, those who are considered to be at a higher risk, are given first priority in getting the shot.
Pregnant Women
Pregnant women, especially those who have been carrying the baby for 20 week and longer, are encouraged to get the H1N1 influenza shot.
Children under Five
The immune systems of children, who are under five years old, are not fully developed yet and therefore they are at a higher risk.
Those with Chronic Illnesses
Persons with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart conditions and kidney problems, are also at risk because their immune system has already been compromised, therefore, making them a bit more weaker to it.
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