The Deadliest Flu Season in History?

The video explores the 1918 flu pandemic, its symptoms, and its global impact. It explains the influenza virus's structure, how it mutates, and the concepts of antigenic drift and shift. The video also discusses modern risks of flu pandemics and the importance of global cooperation and vaccine development to prevent future outbreaks.

How did the global context of World War I influence the spread and reporting of the 1918 flu?

In what ways has modern medicine improved our response to influenza compared to 1918?

What measures are being taken to prepare for potential future pandemics similar to the 1918 flu?