Ricks, medical writer for the Long Island newspaper Newsday, has written a resource that contains the views of both patients and doctors on the flu virus. It's an important topic considering that as many as half a million Americans will suffer flu symptoms this year. Subjects covered include: flu vaccine, antiviral medications, influenza and children, influenza and senior citizens, and guarding your health. Outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics also are covered. The book is in a convenient question-and-answer format. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)