The flu, like a cold, is a respiratory infection but is caused by an entirely different group of viruses - namely the influenza A, B and C viruses. Perhaps the best way to prevent the flu is to get an annual flu shot before the flu season hits.
I called Lufthansa, and they told me that there are Economy Plus seating sections on the Bangalore to Frankfurt and Frankfurt to Chicago legs. But, since I bought tickets through United, they told me I can't get any seat assignments until check-in in Bangalore unless I work with United.
Meanwhile, the SpiceJet passengers can select their preferred seats at no added cost provided they check-in through the web in advance, however passengers will have to pay extra for seats with extra leg-room in rows 3,12 and 13, The Times of India reported.