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Which groups at high risk for severe illness from Influenza A (H1N1) infection?

Children younger than 5 years old Persons aged 65 years and older Children and adolescents ( Pregnant women Adults and children with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, organ failure, cardiovascular disease , hepatic, heamatological, neurologic, neuromuscular or metabolic disorders such as Diabetes Mellitus Adults and children who have immunosuppression Residents of nursing homes and other chronic care facilities