As pandemic alert raises to level five, the World Health Organisation is warning governments that a global outbreak of swine flu is imminent.
Eleven countries have reported cases of the virus.
At least 160 people have died in Mexico.
As Union members in the Island seek reassurance, the regional industrial organiser for Unite, Mick Hewer, has written to the Chief Minister seeking more information.
Manxman repairs expected to exceed £2.5m
The Steam Packet's flagship has been out of action since July
Treasury Minister: Taxpayer footing Manxman repair bill
Steam Packet has previously said it would be paying
Island's youngest ever MHK says he has 'a lot to prove'
Eighteen-year-old Daniel Davison elected in Glenfaba and Peel
"Clearly I'm a candidate" for chief minister - Chris Thomas
Douglas Central MHK re-elected for the fourth time