Los Angeles--Authorities are working around the clock in Beverly Hills and other exclusive Hollywood-area neighborhoods to contain a potentially career-threatening virus that is plaguing scores of young Hollywood stars.

The virus, Giant Celebrity Sunglasses Disorder (GCSD), has claimed many well-known victims in recent weeks including pop star Jessica Simpson.

Beverly Hills Hospital spokesperson David Garrison describes the symptoms as follows: "The victims have usually been traveling, and walking through strange airports, maybe at the beach - when they discover they are suddenly wearing huge, hideous sunglasses. A primary symptom of the disease is that the victim is unaware of how ridiculous they look."

Medical officials are unwilling to comment on how widespread the breakout may become in the coming weeks, but it is a well-known fact that the Olsen twins have been near death from the virus in recent weeks.