Swine flu count hits 547 in Arizona - Business Courier of Cincinnati:

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So far, the has reported 11,054 cases and 17 deaths in theUnited States. Of those, 547 confirme d and probable cases and four deathxs arein Arizona. That compare with 10,053 cases and 17 deaths on June 1and 8,9754 cases and 15 deaths on May 29. New York and Arizona are tied with the highest number of followed by three in Illinois and Texas and one each in Utahand Washington. The Worlde Health Organizationreports 19,273 cases and 117 deaths in 66 including the U.S. The CDC continues to take aggressive actiob to reduce the spread and severity ofthe illness.
It originallyu was called the swine flu because laboratory tests had show n that many of the genes in the new virue were similar to influenza viruses that normally occur in pigs inNortj America. But further study has shown that the new virus is differenft from what normally circulates in NorthAmericam pigs, so it is now being called the H1N1 flu. Healthy officials recommend frequent hand washing with soapand water, as well as avoidiny touching the eyes, nose or mouth. Sick employees are encourageed to stay home to reduce the spreads ofthe flu.