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The Man Cold: Myth, Mystery or Medical Reality?
Is "man flu" a real biological phenomenon or just a long-running cultural joke?
In this episode of Meaningful Medicine with Novant Health, we sit down with Dr. Van Williamson to explore why the term has endured and what science actually tells us about how men and women experience viral illnesses. From differences in immune response to the role of social expectations and healthcare-seeking behaviors, Dr. Williamson unpacks the factors that may influence how people experience and respond to common infections.
Together, we examine the evidence behind the "man flu" phenomenon, discuss why…
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