Swine Flu (A-H1N1-Influenza) not affected in Salem

Salem, Today 1st Sep 09

Salem district has not reported any swine flu case till date

A total of 15 persons, who were admitted in the Govt. Hospital with flu-like symptoms in the last few weeks, tested negative for A (H1N1) influenza.All the persons were given treatment and were discharged,

A awareness programme on swine flu organised by the hospital in association with the Rotary Club of Salem Texcity and Interact Club at Gugai Higher Secondary School here on Thursday.

Mr. Shanmugam Dean Govt Hospital said that the Central and State governments had initiated concerted efforts to control the spread of swine flu in the country.

About 200 persons in the State were found having the disease. Of them, 60 persons had been treated and discharged.

Asking the people not to panic over the spread of the disease, the Dean asked them to approach the government hospitals, if they had symptoms of flu. The disease is fully curable.

Mr. Shanmugam asked the students to educate their parents and neighbours about swine flu.

People should follow healthy habits and keep their surroundings neat and tidy.

Swine Flu Simptoms

Although uncomplicated influenza-like illness (fever, cough or sore throat) has been reported in many cases, mild respiratory illness (nasal congestion, rhinorrhea) without fever and occasional severe disease also has been reported. Other symptoms reported with swine influenza A virus infection include vomiting, diarrhea, myalgia, headache, chills, fatigue, and dyspnea. Conjunctivitis is rare, but has been reported. Severe disease (pneumonia, respiratory failure) and fatal outcomes have been reported with swine influenza A virus infection. The potential for exacerbation of underlying chronic medical conditions or invasive bacterial infection with swine influenza A virus infection should be considered.