Fed: Flu much more contagious and dangerous than people think

From: AAP General News (Australia) | Date: April 4, 2006 | Copyright information

AAP General News (Australia)
04-04-2006
Fed: Flu much more contagious and dangerous than people think

Experts warn that flu is far more contagious than most people think .. because the
virus can stay in the air for an hour after a person coughs or sneezes .. and linger on
surfaces for up to eight hours.

ALAN HAMPSON .. the convener of the Influenza Specialist Group .. says many people
forget that influenza is a serious ...

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