First Swine Flu Death Reported in US

A 23-month-old Texas toddler became the first confirmed swine flu death outside of Mexico as authorities around the world struggled to contain a growing global health menace that has also swept Germany onto the roster of afflicted nations.  Below are some links to some current articles and news highlights relating to the Swine Flu.

LATEST ON SWINE FLU OUTBREAK:

• Child in Texas Is First Swine Flu Death in US
• Egypt Orders Slaughter of All Pigs
• Three Swine Flu Cases Confirmed in Germany
• Cuba, Argentina Ban Flights to Mexico
• WHO Argues Against Closing Borders
• Politics Daily: Robocall Tells People Not to Panic
• Outbreak Origins: Did It Start in Mexican Town?
• Worst-Case Scenario: What Would a Pandemic Look Like?
• Video: Are We Prepared for a Health Disaster?
• Video: World Scrambles to Contain Outbreak