With the rapidly increasing number of people infected by the global outbreak of the H1N1 virus, also known as the “Swine Flu,” daycares, businesses and churches are compelled to take preventative measures.
Swine flu cases have been increasing since mid-July and are now at their highest levels, according to the state Department of Public Health.
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