Relatively Mild Hong Kong flu sparks public fear
Health authorities warn the current Hong Kong flu outbreak is mild compared with the 1918 epidemic, which killed millions, worsened in cities like Philadelphia and New York, and prompted drastic measures from closures to mask rules as officials race to curb spread.
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Flu Epidemic Seen Worsening Before It Abates
Federal health officials warned the Hong Kong flu will likely worsen before easing, with excess deaths from pneumonia and influenza rising weekly. About 20 million Americans may contract the flu as students return to classes, while experts note the outbreak could peak in mid January. Ettore Colla, noted Italian sculptor of avant garde iron structures, died at 69 in Rome.
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