Friends have asked again about taking antiviral meds for suspected H1N1.
This is the latest: Treatment is recommended for all outpatients with confirmed or suspected influenza if they belong to groups known to be at higher risk for complications. These groups include:
* Children younger than 2 years;
* Persons aged 65 years or older;
* Pregnant females;
* Persons of any age with chronic medical or immunosuppressive conditions; and
* Persons younger than 19 years who are on chronic aspirin therapy.
