Happily married may have greater immunity to flu virus

New research from the University of Birmingham (UK) suggests that those in happily married relationships may have a great immunity to the flu virus than the general population.

It also showed that those who had recently suffered a bereavement were more likely to contract the virus.

Other factors, such as feeling stressed, smoking, drinking, lack of sleep, exercise and diet didn’t have a marked effect.

Though these are early stages and more research is needed, it’s another pointer to the possible health benefits gained from being in a happy, committed relationship.