There are other measures that MGers can take. Wear a mask and gloves while out. Have Purell with you and use it. Wash your hands and blow your nose (yes, that helps) when you get home. Wash your hands after getting your mail because your mailman may have the flu too. Order things on line instead of going to the store.

Abby, I would really like to know the reason why this particular flu is causing secondary infections and in younger, healthy people. It seems odd to me.

Annie