| | | Health & Beauty | April 2009
No Sign of Swine in Puerto Vallarta PVNN Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Related update: Still No Sign of Swine in Puerto Vallarta - Wednesday, April 29, 2009
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Click image to enlarge | | | According to a press release issued by the Jalisco State Governor's office, there has not been a single case of Swine Flu confirmed in the state of Jalisco as of this morning. However, preventive measures are being taken to ensure the health and well-being of both locals and visitors in towns and cities across the state, including Puerto Vallarta and other tourist destinations.
On April 28 at 12 pm, PVScene.com posted the following report:
The city of Puerto Vallarta has announced the closure of all night clubs and bars in the El Centro and Old Town areas from April 26 until May 4-6 as a precaution against the spread of swine flu. Many events have also been canceled, so be sure to check any event you plan to attend ahead of time to see if it is still being held.
• All Vallarta schools closed until May 6th
• Clubs and bars in Old Town and Centro closed until May 4. Some bars and clubs are open north of El Centro. Some bars are open if they also have restaurant licenses.
• Movie theaters closed until further notice
• Taco stands in Old Town are Closed
• Restaurants are open with limited hours and may serve only 2 alcoholic beverages to a customer.
• The May Day parade (May 1) is canceled
• Political campaigning is curtailed (general elections are on July 6)
• The Beach Soccer Qualifier has been canceled
• There is visual screening of passengers at the airport and bus stations
• All May Festival activities are postponed or canceled
• All visits to any prison in Jalisco are suspended until May 6th
• Panic, fear and hysteria are real the dangers now.
Again, these are only preventative measures. At this time, there have been no confirmed cases of Swine Flu in the State of Jalisco. Should you be afraid to travel to Puerto Vallarta? Health Care Resources Puerto Vallarta's Pamela Thompson has the latest news and health reports from around Banderas Bay. (Click HERE for local swine flu updates) |
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