Illinois governor says quarantine is in public interest

CHICAGO - Governors in states that are quarantining health care workers who've had contact with Ebola victims are defending those measures.

Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn says those affected should be able to remain home where they'll be more comfortable, but that they'll be forced to stay there. He says, ``In the interest of the public and public health, it will be mandatory.'' Quinn says, ``We have to be on our toes.''

Full story: WJFW

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