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What is the duration of the flu in healthy people?
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One week: If last more or have risk factors consult your doctor. Those with chronic diseases of the heart, lungs, or kidneys (asthma, cystic fibrosis are examples) pregnant women people with obesity or diabetes anyone who is HIV positive or has aids residents of nursing homes and other facilities elderly people (older than 65 years of age).
Answered 6/10/2014
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