Swine Flu: Epidemic or Faux?

Any epidemic can be considered a crisis. The last epidemic to hit the United States that I can remember was either the bird flu or mad cow disease. I was in high school when these deadly viruses hit the US. The reason these should be considered a crisis because its not a fact to as whether these viruses have a cure or not and to how or where it is that they are spreading. Its very easy to come in contact with this flu and its passing from one to another is still not known so people have every reason to be nervous and on their guard for safety from this epidemic. There were many prodromes to this flu, including the other pretty recent and similar viruses that I previously mentioned. Working at a pre-school is what mainly brought my attention to this issue in that I have become more aware of it due to my boss questioning us on whether or not we have left the country (Because apparently Mexico is where and how this virus was brought to America). With so many children in one place we need to be aware of its causes and its spreading to ensure that none of our students contract the virus and spread it to others. Just like any other epidemic this Swine Flu is a serious crisis and can be avoided with the awareness raised and precautions that people will take with their health and exposure.