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SLIDE SHOW Posted: May 3, 2009   
Mexico City: Epicenter of the Flu Outbreak FLASH VERSION
With much of Mexico shuttered in an effort to contain the swine flu outbreak that has sickened hundreds, the NewsHour has sent a reporting team to Mexico City to explore the public health challenges officials are facing and gauge resident reactions.
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Produced by: Talea Miller
Mexico City, Mexico City shut down all but essential government services and some private businesses from May 1 to May 5 to try to limit people's exposure to others who might have the H1N1 flu.
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Mexico City shut down all but essential government services and some private businesses from May 1 to May 5 to try to limit people's exposure to others who might have the H1N1 flu.
Photo Credit: Talea Miller, Audio Credit: Talea Miller
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