Day 226

People's Republic of China

China is under criticism for quarantining 70 Mexican citizens in a Bejing hotel to contain the possible spread of the H1N1 "Swine Flu" virus.  With many incoming and outgoing flights cancelled, both countries chartered flights to pick up stranded tourists and bring them back to their respective homes.  

Day 216

Swine Flu

20 people have died as a result of the swine flu virus in Mexico City.  This new bred of flu virus is a combination of human, pig, and bird viruses.  The virus has also spread to 8 confirmed people living in California and Texas.