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Watchdog Wants To Know Why Wall Street Firms Got Flu Shots

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“A Washington, D.C., nonprofit group wants to know why Wall Street bankers are getting vaccines against the new H1N1 flu strain when many Americans are being told to wait.

The nonprofit Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, or CREW, is urging U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius to begin an immediate investigation into the matter. In a letter Thursday to Sebelius, the group questioned why the U.S. Centers for Disease Control approved distribution of scarce vaccines to firms such as Citigroup Inc. (C), Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (GS) and JPMorganChase & Co. (JPM).” Link


Swine Flu Found At Buckingham Palace

“The outbreak – coupled with a case reported at Windsor Castle – has prompted the Queen to order a crackdown on cleanliness at Royal palaces. Senior aides have been told to follow strict NHS guidelines – including the isolation of affected individuals to prevent swine flu spreading. ” Link


UK Big Brother's Imogen Thomas Has Swine Flu

“The 26-year-old Welsh babe was struck down by the potential killer while on holiday in Spain. She and model pal Chelsea White, 19, who is also suffering from the virus, are now recovering back home in London.” Link

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Swine Flu Reaches Global Pandemic

“The World Health Organization raised the flu alert to its highest level Thursday, saying H1N1 has spread to enough countries to be considered a global pandemic.” Link


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