Open Thread

For general discussion and debate. Possible talking point: swine flu.

So far, there’s been one American death associated with this strain — by someone who came here from Mexico — and we’re closing schools, wearing masks, and acting like this is the bubonic plague. Now we’re hearing that this apparently isn’t even that powerful an influenza.

Has this been WAY overhyped beyond the real risks, or is it better to be safe than sorry?

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