We'll have to agree to disagree, Tim. I'm not saying it's a common occurrence, because it is rare, but influenza can be very serious to young, healthy people too. I went to the ER a couple of years ago due to the flu. It was the sickest I've ever been in my life, and an experience I don't care to repeat. I live alone and was too weak and dizzy to even sit up, let along walk. Thankfully I was in touch with my mom, who came and drove me to the ER. Yes, meningitis can have the same symptoms, but I wanted something more common. Thanks for your thoughts. Sorry to hear about the young man who passed away. I'm glad they found the other person in time.