CLEAN: US swine flu cases rise as key NY school reopens

The transcript discusses a situation involving a flu outbreak and the health department's response. It highlights the importance of understanding the spread of the virus and the role of the health department in managing the situation. The discussion concludes with insights on the expected spread of the virus and the uncertainty surrounding it.

What symptoms were the students asked to report?

Why was the flu particularly important to the health department?

What does the speaker imply about the number of diagnosed confirmed cases?

What factors does the speaker mention that will determine the spread of the virus?

What is the speaker's overall sentiment about the situation?