Swine Flu Update

Today's US Stats as of 5/1 10am

• New York City - 50 cases
• Texas - 26
• California - 14
• South Carolina - 10
• Kansas - 2
• Massachusetts - 2
• Michigan - 1
• Ohio - 1
• Arizona - 1
• Indiana - 1
• Nevada -1
• Total Cases - 109 (1 death)

By now we have all heard the stories on television, the radio, and in the newspaper; the Swine Flu is out there and it has everyone concerned for their health. While there isn't a whole lot we can do right now, there are a few steps we can all take to protect ourselves and others from this potential pandemic.

• Cover your nose and mouth with a disposable tissue when coughing or sneezing then throw the tissue away.
• Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or alcohol sanitizer.
• Limit your contact with people who are sick, are coughing, or sneezing.
• If you are sick, stay home from work or keep the kids home from school. Contact your doctor for instructions.

Related Information

• What's the Difference Between Seasonal Flu and Pandemic Flu

• What can You Do to Prepare for a Flu Pandemic?

• Washing Your Hands the Right Way

What's Your Opinion?

They say a pandemic flu is on the way. The media throws around words like fatal, crisis, death and rapid spreading killer. What do you believe? Is there media hype? I would love to hear your opinion.