Washington Has Swine Flu, So What?

Health officials from the CDC confirmed this morning there are now nine confirmed cases of swine flu in Washington with seven in King County. Washington had been awaiting the results for a few days, since 45 suspected worried warts cases were reported. Even with several confirmed cases, the threat of the virus continues to diminish as health officials see the swine flu (H1N1) as manageable. "This virus is certain no worse than seasonal influenza," said Dr. Tony Marfin, State Epidemiologist for Communicable Diseases. Even local schools who freaked out and shut down, have re-opened this a.m. See, no need for dramatics, just wash your hands and stay home when you're sick.