As the flu continues to hit hard, many are looking for new options to help fight back. Antiviral medication can help, but they have significant drawbacks to their effectiveness according to Kewaunee County Public Health Director Cindy Kinnard.

This year’s flu strain is hitting young adults harder than average who should cope with the disease better. That doesn’t change the equation though. After two days, antivirals will not work for any age group.