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 The global scare by the mass media over the swine flu, in which the World Health Organization is close to calling a global pandemic, has trickled down to celebrities, who are beginning to feel its effects.
Following postponements of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" openings in Mexico, concerts by artists are being called off as well.
On Thursday (April 30), a Young Jeezy concerts was canceled at the University of Delaware, in light of recent incidents of influenza, reports DelawareOnline.com.
The Atlanta rapper was slated to perform at the Bob Carpenter Center alongside Drake, in addition to a talk by journalist Gwen Ifill, the host of PBS' "Washington Week" and moderator of last year's vice-presidential debate.
However, both events were canceled due to worries that at least 10 students on the school's campus are suspected to be carrying the virus.
According to MTV, a letter was sent to students Wednesday (April 29) in which university president Patrick T. Harker wrote, "While the Centers for Disease Control have not yet confirmed any swine flu diagnoses, I have no doubt that these suspected cases are causing a great deal of concern among the entire campus community. The University's first priority is the health and well-being of our students and employees."
In the time being, the university will remain open and hold classes. But, will make decisions regarding large public gatherings on a case-by-case basis.
As mentioned, the swine flu outbreak has caused the cancellation of the launches of the "Wolverine" film in Mexico, as well as the new "Star Trek" film.
Although there have been 176 reported deaths in Mexico, there's only been one confirmed death from the virus within the U.S. -- a 2-year-old boy from Mexico City who traveled to Texas to visit family.
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