U.S. Embassy in Mexico Offers Advice The News go to original Sunday, April 26
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico has posted a warden's message to its Web site advising U.S. citizens to avoid large crowds, shaking hands, greeting people with a kiss or using the subway.
"The U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. citizens in Mexico that most cases of influenza are not swine flu," the message states, urging people to refer specific questions about the flu to a medical professional.
The statement points citizens to a list of local hospitals available HERE. The embassy also says it will post additional information as it becomes available at: usembassy-mexico.gov.
It also lists contact information for its American Citizens Services, which can be reached at (55) 5080-2000. For after-hours emergencies, it says to call (55) 5080-2000, ext. "0", and ask to speak to the duty officer.
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