Yesterday we received word that two embassy students tested positive for Influenza A. Both students attend Carol Morgan, one a 1st grader and one a 12th grader. Influenza A is a common strain of the flu but it is also the strain the Swine flue is found in. We do not know for sure if it is Swine Flu or not, but mass hysteria has began. The only way to know for sure is by sending blood samples to the CDC (Center for Disease Control) in Atlanta, GA. This process will take 3 days to know for sure.
The next thing we know the news is saying we are the first reported case in the Dominican Republic and that school is canceled. Both of these statements are not true. Multiple news broadcasts reported this information and because of that we only have a third of the school present today. Many students have come to school and then left quickly, some even wearing masks. The pictures I have seen of people wearing masks have come true. It is crazy to see how fast false information spreads. Who knows, maybe I get an early vacation if things progress more.
Just to clarify. I am at work and school is not canceled. I am feeling fine and their no verified cases have been found on our campus.
Olivier Out
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Take care of yourself Ryan! Thanks for the update so we know what's really happending.
I'll be praying for you and others at your school for good health.
Love you so much and miss you a lot. Can't wait to see you!
Love, Mom
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