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Ukraine raised its death toll from flu and respiratory problems on Monday, while Kiev's mayor suggested a Champions League match should be played without spectators amid a swine flu scare. Read the story here.
Nov 2, 2009 at 23:29
Swine flu is spreading rapidly in Ukraine: 200,000 sick, 67 deaths and a dramatic call for foreign help. President Yushchenko and Prime Minister Tymoshenko were caught by surprise -- but with an eye on the presidential elections they are competing to portray themselves as their country's saviors. Read the story here.
Nov 2, 2009 at 23:24
Czech Happenings: Czechs not to close border over flu in Ukraine PRAGUE - The Czech Republic is not considering limiting travel in relation to the flu epidemic that killed some 67 people in Ukraine, Czech Interior Minister Martin Pecina told a press conference after a cabinet meeting today. Read the story here.
Nov 2, 2009 at 20:58
Warsaw Business Journal: Ukraine 'on verge' of state of emergency as flu virus spreads "A flu outbreak is endangering the national security of Ukraine," declared Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko in a special decree. Read the story here.
Nov 2, 2009 at 12:12
Euronews: Ukraine urged to stay calm as flu fear spreads They are prized possessions in Ukraine right now but not everyone can get their hands on a mask as swine flu triggers alarm across the country. Read the story here.
Nov 2, 2009 at 04:12
Agence France Presse: Ukraine calls for help fighting swine flu Ukraine made an urgent appeal to world powers for help battling swine flu on Sunday, after 60 people died from respiratory problems in a week. President Viktor Yushchenko wrote to the United States, the European Union, NATO and Ukraine's neighbours to ask for drugs and equipment to fight the spread of the A(H1N1) virus, according to a statement released by his office. Read the story here.
Nov 2, 2009 at 04:05