Influenza is a viral respiratory ailment that affects people all over the world and is contagious. Flu activity in India increases during the winter and monsoon seasons, but it is present all year-round.
Children under the age of five, especially those with weakened immune systems, and people with chronic heart, lung, liver, kidney, and diabetes-related conditions are at the most risk of developing flu-related complications.
Children are crucial in the spread of the infection to other community members.