Epidemic and Pandemic Alert

In case you have not been following the news.....

The swine flu is running rampant through Mexico with thousands of people ill and at least 20 ( reports as high as 80) confirmed dead.

There has been 20 cases reported in the United States, Fortunately, no deaths have been reported. ( only 12 cases were reported in total during the years spanning 2005 until 2009)

For World Heath Organization information, click HERE,

The CDC describes this as a "rapidly evolving situation"For CDC info click HERE

Mexican President Felipe Calderon issued a decree allowing the federal health department to enter homes and forcibly quarantine people. All schools have been closed until May 6 in the capital and neighboring Mexico state.

Health officials in the US are worried because people have no immunity to the virus, which is a combination of bird, swine and human influenzas.

Is your family prepared for a flu epidemic or pandemic situation? If not, click HERE

In the meantime: Keep informed and encourage good health practices for your family