Ludhiana has reported 26 swine flu cases so far this year so far. This year, the cases started as early as July, which is something not usually seen. Last year, the district logged 33 cases. However, they started surfacing with the onset of winter.
Given the 26 cases recorded already in early October, the total tally this year may be higher. There has not been any deaths due to the disease this year, two of the cases are active.
Swine flu symptoms
Symptoms for swine flu, caused by the H1N1 virus, are mostly common with the common flu. It virus is contagious and spreads through air.
Fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue, diarrhoea and difficulty in breathing are some of the main symptoms that develop in patients with swine flu.
Doctors say
District doctors suggested that those with such symptoms to see a doctor at earliest. The doctors advised the same precautions as Covid-19.
They advised to cover the mouth when coughing and sneezing, wash your hands with soap before and after touching your eyes, nose, and mouth, avoid crowded places and stay away from those showing symptoms.
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