So...exposing yourself to swine flu isn't a good idea?

Posted By Brian Fung Tuesday, June 30, 2009 - 5:07 PM Share

File this under "d'oh!" British doctors have begun to advise against having "swine-flu parties" meant to develop immunity to the illness, the BBC reports:

Reports have emerged of people intentionally mixing with friends who have flu.

Their reasoning is that it is best to be infected before the winter when the virus could become more deadly.

Does this qualify for a Darwin Award?

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