WHO Expert Fears Influenza More than SARS May 29, 2003 (WHO Expert Fears Influenza More than SARS) Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome or SARS, is a condition in which affected individuals develop a fever, followed by mild respiratory symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. In some cases the respiratory symptoms become increasingly severe and they require oxygen support and mechanical ventilation. Source: The Wall Street Journal Author: Gautam Naik Date: 5/29/2003