Peru swine flu death toll swells to 98

Peru Health Minister Oscar Ugarte reported Friday that the AH1N1 flu virus claimed its 98th fatality, and confirmed 353 new cases across Peru. In the past week, 18 Peruvians died as a result of the swine flu. According to Ugarte, the latest victims were all at-risk patients that suffered from various conditions, including cerebral palsy, terminal [...]

Peru doctors launch 48-hour strike over pay and benefits

Less than six months after a massive doctors’ strike closed down hospitals and clinics across Peru, physicians launched a 48-hour strike Tuesday over pay and benefits they claim the government has promised, but failed to deliver. Government news agency Andina reported that the majority of state-run hospitals are operating as usual and that only 2 [...]