Swine flu hits home.
I watched the mexican news this morning, looking for any information about the strain that’s kept us confined these last few days. I’ve been disappointed in Fox News’ reports, claiming that Mexico’s slow response has led to over 152 unofficial deaths. On the Mexican news however, it showed the mexican government’s actions against this flu strain. With supposedly 99 confirmed cases, in Mexico, President Calderon has managed to shut not only a major city, but an entire country down. Schools are closed, businesses, restaurants, government buildings, major SOCCER games, (heaven forbid!!!), travel into Mexico City etc…. to lessen the spread of this infectious virus. However, with the United States’ confirmed 109 swine flu cases riding so close to Mexico, I would think that such world power would have pushed for more extreme measures in securing the health of its citizens. And it won’t. Not while there is a profit to be made. VP Biden made an announcement and advised that people use common sense. In a period of sickness, it is advised to avoid areas with alot of congestion… i.e. airplanes, subways, buses, public transportation. Be safe. Period. Of course, this would affect the airlines…who made a statement soon after, stating that they have, “extreme disappointment at your (Biden’s) suggestion that people should avoid air travel.” And later, “The airlines have been working daily with government agencies, none of whom suggest people avoid air travel, unless they are not feeling well.” Well duh. What are they going to do to make sure someone doesn’t sneeze? I would love to see the response. Nevertheless, the cases have spread across the U.S. Washoe County, Nevada…my home, has just reported 1 confirmed case. What is the United States going to do to stop this epidemic on their end? Before they start criticizing another country, who apparently has jumped leaps after its outbreaks, what precautions are the government planning to advise? Surely, the President can close down the country, as Mexico was able to do. But I doubt it. By closing so many necesitites, it would affect our wallets. I just hope that the U.S. doesn’t drop the ball.
P.S. And then my mother called to inform me that my grandmother was spreading this swine flu conspiracy theory
Gotta love the family. ❤