1. The irrational fear of a new influenza virus, stoked by hysterical news reporting and inaccurate information. 2. A way to increase ad sales and viewership on 24-hour news channels.
Susan is suffering from a bad case of Flu Fright. She's cancelled all of her committee meetings and refuses to come to work.
jimbo: ahh, nothing like a lil' testicular release...
kevin: huh? i thought you were ill?
jimbo: i am, but emma doesn't care. she got flu goo all over her face!!