Swine Flu Epidemic Hits U.S.

American Voices • Science & Technology • health • ISSUE 45•18 • Apr 28, 2009

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano declared a public health emergency after a Mexican swine flu epidemic hit the United States. What do you think?

“I had a glass of orange juice this morning. I'll be fine.””
Charlie Sarris –
Garage Door Hanger
“Can you get infected if you work in Mexico at a pig farm where all the pigs are infected and you take no health precautions? If so, I have made some terrible life decisions.””
Heidi Crittenden –
Pig Farmer
“Let's see if I can recall what precautions I took during the last outbreak of swine flu back in 1976. Oh, yes, I bought some oregano from a guy at an Atlanta Rhythm Section concert and scorched my chest trying to iron on a 'Beaver Patrol' decal."”
Sam Smith –
Insulation Cutter

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