Archive -- MEXICO -- MAY 2009

In Mexico City, Doubts over H1N1

Public opinion polling after Mexico City reopened businesses and schools found that 25 percent of people in Mexico think the "swine flu," or H1N1 influenza virus, was a myth. The Online NewsHour spoke to people on the streets of Mexico City about their opinions.

Tracking H1N1 in Mexico City

Ray Suarez traveled to Mexico City in early May to report on efforts to contain the H1N1 influenza virus.

Mexico Charts Path Ahead as Flu Risk Remains

Ray Suarez wraps up his week of reporting on the outbreak of H1N1 influenza in Mexico City as some businesses and public institutions begin to reopen and health officials determine how to handle the flu in the weeks ahead.

H1N1 Flu Virus Death Toll Reaches 42 in Mexico

Mexico City's businesses and government centers are working to return to normal after the recent shutdown over the spread of the H1N1 flu virus. Ray Suarez reports from Mexico City on the latest developments.

Tourism Suffers Amid Mexico's Flu Scare

Mexican companies that cater to international tourists worry that long after the flu scare is over, they will still be without customers.

As First American Dies From Flu, Mexico's Economy Reels

As word emerged Tuesday that the first American has died of the H1N1 flu in Texas, the virus appeared to be waning in Mexico. After an update from the Washington Post's Ceci Connolly, Ray Suarez reports from Mexico City.

Suarez: Benefits of Shutdown Debated

Senior correspondent Ray Suarez is in Mexico City to report on the H1N1 flu virus outbreak. In this reporter's notebook that he filed Monday, he reports on the huge city coming back to life after a days-long shutdown aimed at containing the outbreak.

Culture of Avoiding the Doctor Intensifies Health Concerns in Mexico

The serious outcomes of some of the earliest H1N1 flu cases in Mexico renewed attention on a national culture of avoiding doctor visits, and self-medicating at the pharmacy instead.

Mexico City Weighs Next Steps in Fight Against Flu

Public health officials are expressing cautious optimism that the number of H1N1 flu cases may be leveling off. Ray Suarez reports from Mexico City on the center of the outbreak.

Preview: After Flu Shutdown, Mexico Weighs Next Steps

Mexico's Health Secretary Jose Angel Cordova said Sunday the H1N1 flu outbreak in his country "is now in its declining phase," even as the U.S. and other countries reported new cases. The NewsHour has sent a reporting team to Mexico City to explore the story.

In Mexico City, Mixed Views on H1N1 Flu Outbreak

Much of Mexico City shut down in an effort to contain the swine flu outbreak that has sickened hundreds and stirred global health concerns. In this slide show, hear what residents of Mexico City have to say about the H1N1 flu health scare.

Suarez: Heading Into the Flu Epicenter

Ray Suarez is in Mexico City to report on the H1N1 flu virus outbreak. In this reporter's notebook, he writes about his state of mind en route to the city.