As swine flu fears grow, Mexican consulate says don't panic

The Mexican Consulate in Chicago is urging people not to panic as fears of a swine flu epidemic are sweeping the world and institutions across the city are taking precautionary, preventive measures.

Consulate press officer Lino Santacruz Moctezuma says he believes the virus is under control and asked people to exercise caution, but not terror.

“This swine flu is not a mortal disease anymore,” he said. He said the Mexican government had treated nearly 70 percent of known cases in that country.

But more than 150 people are dead in Mexico.

For the full story, check out the Chi-Town Daily News.