shot-button
Subscription Subscription
Home > News > World News > Article > Swine flu memorial in Mexico

Swine flu memorial in Mexico

Updated on: 26 May,2009 07:52 AM IST  | 
Agencies |

A state in eastern Mexico is to erect a statue to a small boy suspected as being the first patient of swine flu here, to be modelled on the famous Manneken Pis statue of a child urinating in Brussels

Swine flu memorial in Mexico

A state in eastern Mexico is to erect a statue to a small boy suspected as being the first patient of swine flu here, to be modelled on the famous Manneken Pis statue of a child urinating in Brussels.

Five-year-old Edgar Hernandez appeared in media across the world after the health ministry in April confirmed that he had contracted, and overcome, the A(H1N1) virus at the start of the epidemic's outbreak here.

Hernandez's role in putting his poor village of La Gloria on the map merited recognition in the shape of a small statue.




"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!


Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK