How often do HIV infected people get the flu?

People infected with HIV are more likely to get sick with the flu and have more severe symptoms than people who are not infected with HIV. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), HIV-infected individuals are 2-4 times more likely to get the flu and 20 times more likely to die from influenza-related complications than the general population. Additionally, HIV-infected people may experience more severe flu symptoms, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and hospitalization. This is because HIV can weaken the immune system, making it more difficult for the body to fight off infection.