I think people are over reacting to this flu. Yes, it's serious, but it's not really deadly if you get treatment. Closing schools and daycare facilities creates havoc for parents. What are they supposed to do with their children? Take them to work with them? Or are employers going to be flexible and allow people to work from home.
In this current economic downturn, people are afraid to even take a vacation because they're afraid their employer will find they really don't need them.
So I do feel sorry for all those whose livlihood is seriously impacted by this flu pandemic.
On a side note - it seems nothing good comes from Mexico!