Unvaccinated Dad Nears Death After Flu-Induced 16-Day Coma in Nottinghamshire

Aaron Clark, a 42-year-old garage owner from Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, spent 16 days in an induced coma after contracting a severe case of the flu that led to multi-organ failure and required a ventilator and dialysis. Despite being fit, healthy, and having no underlying conditions, Clark's flu symptoms rapidly escalated from what he thought was a cold to life-threatening illness. His blood oxygen levels were critically low at 72%, prompting hospital admission where he nearly died, and he has since vowed to get his first flu vaccination. Clark is now urging others to get vaccinated against the flu, supporting NHS calls for eligible people to take up the free flu vaccine to prevent severe illness. Medical professionals emphasized that while flu is often mild, it can be severe and life-threatening, with vaccines effective in reducing virus spread and protecting communities. Clark continues to receive outpatient care and rehabilitation and expressed gratitude to the hospital staff who helped save his life.