Swine flu... really? Is this what we're all worked up about? Around 400 people get swine flu worldwide and stores run out of surgical masks. Over 33 million people globally have HIV/AIDS - but when was the last time you heard of a run on condoms? Next time you find yourself in line about to purchase a box of surgical masks and a case of duct tape, stop, take a deep breath and ask yourself, "Why am I in line about to buy a box of surgical masks and a case of duct tape?"