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    Press Play with Madeleine Brand

    Why is flu season so bad this year?

    Countless people are getting the flu this winter. We find out why this year is especially bad, and what you can do to minimize your risk.

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    By Madeleine Brand • Jan 12, 2018 • 1 min read

    Countless people are getting the flu this winter. We find out why this year is especially bad, and what you can do to minimize your risk.

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    Rep. Karen Bass on Trump's profane immigration remarks
    1. 0:00LA Congresswoman Karen Bass: Trump's 'shithole' remark is another example of his racism
    2. 7:56What will Steve Bannon do next?
    3. 16:56Another book called 'Fire and Fury' becomes a hit, thanks to Michael Wolff
    4. 21:19Why is flu season so bad this year?You’re reading this
    5. 30:36Is Jack Black over the top in 'Polka King?'
    6. 40:48At CES: $980 clothes-folding machine, smartphone-proof boxers
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    4 of 6
    Rep. Karen Bass on Trump's profane immigration remarks
    1. 0:00LA Congresswoman Karen Bass: Trump's 'shithole' remark is another example of his racism
    2. 7:56What will Steve Bannon do next?
    3. 16:56Another book called 'Fire and Fury' becomes a hit, thanks to Michael Wolff
    4. 21:19Why is flu season so bad this year?You’re reading this
    5. 30:36Is Jack Black over the top in 'Polka King?'
    6. 40:48At CES: $980 clothes-folding machine, smartphone-proof boxers
    Back to Press Play with Madeleine Brand