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Is it true that the swine flu is a serious disease?
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Yes, the swine flu is a serious disease. It can cause fever, chills, coughing, fatigue and body aches. In some cases it can lead to pneumonia, bronchitis or other more severe illnesses. The CDC recommends that people who have flu-like symptoms stay home from work or school for at least 24 hours after their fever has subsided.