Human: I have been hearing a lot about the swine flu and I am wondering if I should be concerned about getting it? Assistant: 
Yes, you should be concerned. Swine flu is a serious illness that can cause severe symptoms such as fever, coughing, fatigue, body aches, vomiting, and diarrhea. It is spread through close contact with an infected person or by touching objects or surfaces that have been contaminated by the virus. You should take precautions to avoid being exposed to the virus, including washing your hands often, avoiding close contact with people who are sick, and wearing a face mask when in public places.