Swine flu doesn't stop Chicago wedding

CHICAGO, June 19 (UPI) -- A Chicago couple diagnosed with swine flu only 48 hours before their wedding said they went through with their plans -- in latex gloves and surgical masks.

Jeremy Fierstien and Ilana Jackson, both 26, said they were concerned about being diagnosed with H1N1, better known as swine flu, but they were determined to go forward with the ceremony at North Suburban Synagogue Beth El in Highland Park, Ill., the Chicago Tribune reported Friday.

"The doctor said: 'It's not going to be the wedding you wanted. You tested positive for swine flu. Give me a call if you have any questions,'" Fierstien said after the wedding, which featured both bride and groom in latex gloves and surgical masks to protect their guests.

The couple also remained at least 10 feet from their guests at all times during the wedding and reception and abstained from dancing.

"We were determined to make the most of a bad situation," Fierstien said.

Jackson said her friends and family told her she will be laughing about the wedding later.

"I'm, like, give me a few weeks," she said. "Was it unfortunate? Yes. Disappointing? Yes. But we've had a really good attitude about it."