BackNAFSA Association of International Educators this week launched an emergency resource page for international education professionals to track the impact of the Swine Flu outbreak on the education sector.
The Mexican Government announced on April 27 that all schools in Mexico from kindergarten through to university will be closed until May 6. For up to date announcements visit the US Mexican Embassy Website.
Mexican high school students have spoken to friends in the UK who shared their concerns with the BBC. “They say they are not going out at all,” says Nathan, ” Only very rarely. If they get the flu they could spread it to their families. Big families are staying in and trying to stay together.”
It is unclear at this stage how the outbreak will affect the international education sector and student mobility. However the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issues a warning to avoid all unnecessary travel to Mexico and several UK travel firms have cancelled all flights to Mexico.
If you are a counsellor in Mexico or if you or your school have been affected by swine flu, please leave a comment and tell us about your experiences.
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