Meaning of "Pandemic," per Health Group (as WHO Declares Pandemic)

The American Council on Science and Health cautions the public to understand the meaning of the WHO's imminent declaration that we are now experiencing a swine flu "pandemic." "A pandemic simply means that the disease is widespread. It in no way speaks to the virulence of the disease," says ACSH president Dr. Elizabeth Whelan. Media Contact: Jeff Stier: 212-362-7044