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Latin America braced for swine flu

Countries in Central and South America are taking precautions against the spread of swine flu.

Border checks between Mexico and its southern neighbours have been stepped up, while airports across the region are monitoring passengers arriving from Mexico for flu-like symptoms.

Tim Hirsch reports from Sao Paulo in Brazil.

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