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> Many people think that viruses are as benign as common flu (influenza)

Had influenza in 2018, as a 46-year-old and it was not particularly benign.

3 days straight of 103 degree fever and think I had mild long-covid-ish symptoms for the next year or so.

[nephihaha]

I haven't had full blown flu in over ten years, despite being probably exposed to it numerous times. I must be doing something right.

[M95D]

You should read about the other ones...