Quote Originally Posted by ZethLent View Post
I was at the doctor yesterday with my son who picked up a cold bug at playschool and was running a high fever. I thought it would be a given that he would do a flu test. The doctor on the other hand said that that would be premature and that we should just keep the fever down with normal medicines. I was asked by the pharmacist what my son's fever was, (without thinking) I told him and he freaked out!! "Did he get tested!!" I wanted to say give me a break. Instead I said the doctor says it isn't necessary. I don't think he held the same opinion though.
I'm sorry to hear about your son, I hope he's feeling better...

And wow...a doctor with sense! Who'd of thunk it! I actually saw one on TV this morning saying "This flu isn't any worse than the typical flu virus." Maybe people will start listening?

Quote Originally Posted by ZethLent View Post
I have already been asked if I am 'ok', in other word do I feel like I may have flu like symptoms. Strictly on account that I am a foreigner (even though I am a permanent resident and haven't left Japan for nearly three years) a stigma is lightly on me because I am Canadian who is a visual minority here. I just keep a low profile and answer cordially when concern is directed at me or my family.
Without a doubt. The company I work for has already said that if anyone leaves the country, when they come back their clients have requested that EVERYONE be placed in a three day quarantine before coming back to work. This is only for foreign employees, of course.