H1N1…

So I haven’t done a blog in a while. I do apologize, but I felt I had to give my two cents on a widely popular topic in the news right now. H1N1 or “swiners” as I like to call it. What is it? I’ve tried to do my research, but had to stop, as I got a  bit confused. What I did gather was that there were certain flu like symptoms to look out for, like fever, vomiting, headache etc. I’m still unsure about the whole thing. The media is having a field day with all of this. Which brings me to my next point. Is the media blowing this bigger than is really necessary. I feel that they are. Now that they are offering vaccines, that’s all people talk about. It was amazing to turn on the news and see the mile long line ups, just to get the shot. Of course, children, and adults with respiratory problems first. It’s just so bizarre. I feel as if we’re all in a movie like Outbreak. There’s a worldwide outbreak, and everyone is rushing to get their shots before they catch the infamous virus. H1N1 is not a pandemic- at least not in my eyes. Cancer is. Diabetes is. Heart disease. How many people have died from these diseases just this year alone? I think that people need to just calm down-just a bit. I believe in the power of prayer. I think that if more people did, this would be that big a story. Fear is one of the greatest diseases and it has infected society with a brutal force. I for one will not give in to it. I’m not afraid, and I will not give power to any such diseases, viruses, or any other sickness. I mean don’t get me wrong I try my utmost best not to touch any rails, doors etc. when I’m out, and I’m constantly washing my hands, and making good use of my trusty hand sanitizers, but I’m not gonna let it rule my life- no matter what the media says.