Some researchers are comparing today's swine flu to the 1918 pandemic flu.

The swine flu, also known as H1N1, has already infected 1 million peole worldwide. 500 have died.

Experts also believe many people can recover from the swine flu with proper rest and by drinking plenty of fluids.

Still many questions remain about the mysterious illness,

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