Flu fear is in the air! Emergency rooms are swamped. Sore throat? Nasal congestion? Get thee to the hospital! Now!
We know we should believe this because the media tell us so.
The hype:
"Get Ready, Some Medical Experts Are Predicting the Worst Flu Season In History," declares a CNBC headline.
"Here's Why the Flu Is Especially Bad This Year," says Time.