In Mexican City, Drug War Ills Slip Into Shadows – Series – NYTimes.com
Note section on journalists.
Mexico
BBC Video Coverage – Acapulco Gun Battle
Acapulco – Welcome to The Drug War
At least 18 killed in shootout in Acapulco – Los Angeles Times
Mexico’s tourism promoters have sought to allay fears by arguing that, despite frequent killings in hot spots along the U.S. border, the county’s main resorts are safe. They have also offered discounts on hotels to lure travelers back after the flu outbreak.
Yeah…
Mexican Response to H1N1 Slow
More than 75% of the cases were in patients between the ages of 20 and 50, and as of May 18, there have been 70 deaths.
I’m still wondering what the cause was of all of the other reported deaths???
Alltop Does H1N1
Alltop has developed a page devoted to H1N1 news. I’ve added links under Public Health and Alltop on the sidebar.
As you probably already know, the “official” death toll from H1N1 in Mexico is considerably lower than the original counts. Non-mainstream media outlets are reporting much higher numbers of fatalities than the “official” number from the WHO. The question now is troubling – if H1N1 was not the cause, what did all of these people die from?
Are H1 N1 Fatalies a Cultural Phenomenon?
First Flu Death Provides Clues to Mexico Toll – NYTimes.com
After you read about the last panic in 1976, read this NYT article. You will learn a little about the cultural and health care infrastructure aspects related to H1 N1 mortality.
Understanding Swine Flu
Understanding the deadly flu virus | Salon
Excellent article. I also recommend reading about the last swine flu epidemic in 1976. You’ll find a link under related stories at the bottom of the article page at Salon.com.
Swine Flu Update – 176 Dead in Mexico
Mexico shuts down economy as flu pandemic imminent | Reuters
There is no safer place than your own home to avoid being infected with the flu virus.
This quote is from President Felipe Calderon. These words are not exactly the best choice if you want to avoid generating fear and panic.
Swine Flu – A Death in Texas
Mexican Toddler in U.S. Dies From Swine Flu – NYTimes.com
Note the first reported US fatality from swine flu is a Mexican child who recently flew into the country. According to the NY Times the death toll in Mexico now stands at approximately 159.
Swine Flu Update – 103 Dead in Mexico
Swine flu outbreak dampens economy hopes, markets | Reuters
According to Reuters, the death toll from Swine Flu in Mexico now stands at 103.
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