The 1918 flu pandemic, also known as the Spanish flu, was the deadliest flu pandemic in human history. It infected an estimated 500 million people – about a third of the world's population – and killed an estimated 50 to 100 million people, more than the number of deaths caused by World War I.
The flu pandemic began in the spring of 1918, and quickly spread around the world. It was particularly deadly for young adults, who were more likely to die from the virus than older people or children. The virus also caused a severe respiratory illness, with symptoms that included fever, cough, shortness of breath, and pneumonia.
The reasons for the severity of the 1918 flu pandemic are not fully understood. However, scientists believe that the virus was particularly virulent, and that it may have mutated several times during the pandemic. The war also contributed to the spread of the virus, as soldiers and civilians traveled around the world.
The 1918 flu pandemic had a devastating impact on the world. It caused widespread illness and death, and disrupted economies and societies. The pandemic also led to advances in public health, as scientists and doctors learned more about the flu virus and how to prevent its spread.
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