Influence is a highly contagious, usually self-limiting, viral upper respiratory tract illness.The severity of symptoms depends on the type of virus and the underlying medical condition of the infected person.Complications such as pneumonia, encephalitis, Reye’s syndrome, myositis, myocarditis, and pericarditis are also possible. The World Health Organization estimates that approximately 3 to 5 million cases and 250,000 to 500,000 deaths from influenza occur annually. The introduction of influenza vaccination has significantly reduced the number of illnesses, hospitalizations, and related deaths, especially in vulnerable groups.However, despite the availability and provision of the vaccine to at-risk groups (individuals aged 65 years or older or with medical conditions that increase the risk of developing complications), influenza and its associated diseases continue to be a major public health problem. Estimating hospital admissions for influenza among individuals aged 65 and over can be an indicator of the appropriateness and effectiveness of patient care and management in a specific area, including in terms of health education, primary prevention, and access to care.
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