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Flu vaccine

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Diabetes Focus eMag
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People living with diabetes are considered a high-risk group when contracting flu. This means they may develop complications, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, asthma flare-ups, heart problems and ear infections. 

Thus, people living with diabetes should get the flu vaccine every year.


Reference: www.diabetessa.org.za/the-flu-vaccine-frequently-asked-questions

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