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People with Diabetes Urged to Get Flu Shots
Diabetes brings with it. . .a greater chance of getting the flu and suffering the worst of symptoms.'
by John C. Riley It takes only moments to protect yourself from the fever, aches, sweats, fatigue and other symptoms by getting your annual flu vaccine. People with diabetes must be especially cautious. November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Nearly 26 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes and another 79 million Americans have pre-diabetes and are at risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. Diabetes brings with it another relatively unknown risk – a greater chance of getting the flu and suffering the worst of symptoms. “Now is the time to ensure you’ve gotten your flu shot, but it’s also important to make sure all of your immunizations are up to date. Even local hospitals are making it mandatory for physicians on staff …
