Suggested Illness

Ok, since the news started 30 minutes ago, I have developed aching joints, a stiff neck, and a sore throat. The same thing happens when I read a book that describes symptoms of an illness.

I don't consider myself to be a hypochondriac, it is more like I am highly empathetic.

Oh, oh, after another discussion of symptoms and an interview of someone with the swine flu, I now have a headache and feel dizzy.

I think that I need to avoid not only crowds, but news programs describing this health emergency.