Q: We live in Australia, so will soon face the cold & flu season and H1N1. We are parents with two children and my father living in our household, so would appreciate any advice (beyond flu shots) on everyday things we can do to minimise sick days.

A: The interesting thing about all flu pandemics is that only about half of the population actually get flu. The question we should be asking is “What is it about this half that stops them from getting flu?” because they are undoubtedly exposed to the flu virus. Clearly their... [more]