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The Flu

1. One of the biggest health issues taking place right now is the flu, also known as, influenza. 
2. The flu is a virus that affects several parts of the body, especially the lungs. nose, and throat. 
3. People of all races, genders, and ages are being affected by this powerful virus. People most easily targeted are children, pregnant women, or people with chronic diseases/low immune systems.
4. People are being hospitalized due to this condition and there is also preventative vaccines that are available. 


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6. This issue affects me because i have to make sure i don't get sick to protect the people in my family that have chronic illnesses. 
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