(HealthDay News) -- Some people are more susceptible than others to developing complications of the flu. Experts say it's especially important that people with these risk factors speak with a doctor about getting the annual flu vaccine.

The American Academy of Family Physicians says people at greater risk of flu complications include:

• Young people aged 6 months to 19 years.
• Adults 50 and older.
• People with chronic health problems.
• Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant.
• Anyone living in a nursing home or long-term care facility.
• Health care workers in direct contact with patients.
• People who care for children younger than 6 months.