The Worst Epidemics Throughout History

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Most strains of flu viruses, such as the seasonal flu, usually only affect those aged older than 65. However, with the swine flu, older people weren't affected as much s young adults and children. As a result, schools were encouraged to be aware of children who showed symptoms. A vaccine was discovered for the swine flu and is now included in the annual flu shots. 

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The More You Know

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