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Do you get ‘man flu’? - Henry McKean Asks

‘Man flu’ is a term used to describe a mild illness, but with exaggerated symptoms. Men take more...

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16.44 17 Sep 2025


Do you get ‘man flu’? - Henry McKean Asks


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16.44 17 Sep 2025


‘Man flu’ is a term used to describe a mild illness, but with exaggerated symptoms. Men take more sickies on average than women, five sick days a year, compared to just four days for women.

So, does this fit the bill for you?

Henry McKean has been asking people at the Ploughing Championships, and joins Kieran to share what he’s heard.


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