What do you think about the Swine Flu?

[PamNY]

I agree.

I don't think there is any panic or overreaction except from people who are naturally prone to panic or overreact. I think there's been a lot more panic coverage of the economy than the swine flu.

As a consumer, I felt that there was adequate coverage of the facts, including the potential concern, and that I was free to make my own assessment and conclusion of what was right to do. I, for one, will not wait on the government to tell me when I have a problem or count on them to provide me what I need to respond to it.

I made sure that we had what we needed if the situation escalated...and that gave me peace of mind.

Best post in this thread. I've been bemused at the hysteria over the hysteria. And I agree about coverage of the economy.

Interesting that you characterize yourself as a consumer. I'd agree with that; I'm an active consumer of news from sources that I choose, not a passive victim of "media hype."

Pam

[OakLeaf]

Last night I overheard a snippet of conversation about the whooping cough outbreak in my area. I'd forgotten about it since I just returned home and I don't go into town every day.

(great pic MrS )

[Dianyla]

I just have one word for you:

Aporkalypse!!!

[Eden]

Rotfl!

[maillotpois]

HAMTHRAX!!!

[bikerz]

Mp - Ouch! :d

[Aggie_Ama]

My mom works for our state health agency, I sent her a message yesterday "Is the sky falling or is the media just needing some story?" She said "Wash your hands, take your allergy meds, tell sick people not to come to work but the sky is intact." Good enough for me.

[CarefreeSpirit]

That picture is too cute! I think the flu is a concern but why should I let it affect the way I live my life? I'm still going to go out and enjoy every minute of my life and not be in a state of panic everytime someone coughs.