China takes measures to respond to Swine Flu outbreaks in Mexico, US

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Source: CCTV.com | 04-26-2009 09:27

China has taken measures to responded to the outbreaks of Swine Flu in Mexico and the United States.

The General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine is now requiring people to report flu-like symptoms, if coming from swine flu affected areas.

Pigs sniff for food at a farm on the outskirts of Mexico City, Saturday April 25, 2009.(AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)

It says those who report symptoms must be scrutinized and those who have been, or are suspected of being, infected by the virus should be isolated and treated.

The Ministry of Health says its experts are ready to study prevention measures.

And, it has enhanced contact with the WHO and the governments of Mexico and the U.S. to learn about the latest developments.

Editor:Zhang Pengfei