NORFOLK--As swine flu continues to spread among children, MacArthur Center is taking extra precautions to protect kids visiting Santa Clause.

The mall opened it's Santa exhibit Friday and it's stocked with hand sanitizers for visitors and employees.

"I think that's great," said parent Ben Drinkwine.  "It's a very good way to stop spreading disease."

He brought his four children to visit Santa Saturday night.  8 year old Madison and 5 year old Elizabeth Grace have both gotten the swine flu vaccine.  But Drinkwine also has a 1 month old and a 1 year old, so he didn't want to take any chances.

"It's a good precaution and it's inexpensive, so why not?"  said Drinkwine.

The employee dressed as Santa Clause said he's happy about the precautions.

"I think it's good and protective against flu and viruses.