Obesity associated with increased risk of severe seasonal influenza (not just H1N1)
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Obesity was named as a risk factor for severe H1N1 influenza during the pandemic. What about for influenza in general? Kwong et al analyzed community survey data in Ontario over 12 influenza seasons, 1996-2008. Severe obesity (BMI >= 35) carried an odds ratio of 2.1 for respiratory hospitalization during flu season. In those with no other identifiable risk factors besides severe obesity, the odds ratio was 5 (compared to non-obese controls). "Ordinary" obesity (BMI 30-34.9) had an odds ratio of 1.45. Authors suggest the obese be targeted more assertively in vaccination campaigns. sept 1.
Obesity associated with increased risk of severe seasonal influenza (not just H1N1)
Obesity associated with increased risk of…
Obesity associated with increased risk of severe seasonal influenza (not just H1N1)
Obesity was named as a risk factor for severe H1N1 influenza during the pandemic. What about for influenza in general? Kwong et al analyzed community survey data in Ontario over 12 influenza seasons, 1996-2008. Severe obesity (BMI >= 35) carried an odds ratio of 2.1 for respiratory hospitalization during flu season. In those with no other identifiable risk factors besides severe obesity, the odds ratio was 5 (compared to non-obese controls). "Ordinary" obesity (BMI 30-34.9) had an odds ratio of 1.45. Authors suggest the obese be targeted more assertively in vaccination campaigns. sept 1.