Bird Flu: The Untold Story
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You've heard the news, but is the bird flu really headed our way? How dangerous is it? What you need to know to protect your family.
What is bird flu?
How does bird flu differ from seasonal flu?
Should I really be worried?
Who is most at risk of bird flu?
Is there a vaccine or prescription drug that can cure the bird flu?
Will wearing a surgical mask protect me from an outbreak?
What should I do to prepare for a pandemic?
How can America prepare for the bird flu?
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The Great Influenza
by John M. Barry
"Killer Flu" aired on CNN on January 24. Dr. Sanjay Gupta reported from Asia on the myths and facts of the killer flu. Visit www.cnn.com/CNN/Programs/killerflu for more information.
For more information about bird flu visit www.cidrap.umn.edu.
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Original Air Date: January 24, 2006
