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Source: CCTV.com | 05-08-2009 09:21

Special Report:   World tackles A/H1N1 flu

High schools and universities have reopened across Mexico, following a government-ordered two-week shutdown aimed at preventing the spread of the A-H1N1 flu.

Students spray hand sanitizer before attending classes at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (NAUM) in the Mexico City May 7, 2009. All high schools and universities in Mexico resumed classes on Thursday as the government said the worst of the flu crisis is over.(Xinhua/David De la Paz)
Students spray hand sanitizer before attending classes 
at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (NAUM) 
in the Mexico City May 7, 2009. All high schools and 
universities in Mexico resumed classes on Thursday as 
the government said the worst of the flu crisis is over.
(Xinhua/David De la Paz)

Teachers and parents checked returning students for flu symptoms Thursday. Some youths showing flu symptoms were sent home. Primary schools will reopen next week. All places of business, including sports arenas, dance halls, movie theatres and restaurants, were also allowed to reopen Thursday. But establishments must follow hygiene rules, including screening for any sick people, and making it mandatory for employees to wear masks.