The swine flu balance sheet stands at 169; More than 4,500 positive tests | India News

NEW DELHI: The number of swine flu victims in the country has risen to 169 this year, while 4,571 people have been tested positive for the virus, with Rajasthan accounting for more than 40% of cases.

According to government data, Rajasthan reportedly recorded 1,911 cases and 75 deaths until Monday, followed by Gujarat with 600 cases and 24 deaths.

Delhi reported the third highest number with 532 people infected with the H1N1 virus. Until now, no deaths due to influenza in the nation's capital have been reported.

Punjab reported 27 deaths and 174 cases, followed by Haryana, which recorded eight deaths and 372 cases. Maharashtra recorded 82 cases and 12 deaths until Monday.

With numbers on the rise, the Ministry of Health recently convened a meeting with states and urged them to step up their surveillance for early detection. He also asked them to reserve beds in hospitals to treat serious cases.

The official said states had not yet made any requests for drugs, diagnostic kits and other ways to deal with the problem.

"There is a sufficient stock of oseltamivir, a swine flu drug, and there is no shortage of N95 masks and diagnostic kits." In addition, states were asked to give warnings to people about what to do and what not to do, "said a senior official at the Ministry of Health.

The Delhi government has also issued a notice regarding the upsurge in swine flu cases.

The notice indicates that seasonal influenza (H1N1) is a self-limiting viral disease transmitted by air that is transmitted from person to person, by large droplets generated by coughing and sneezing, indirect contact with touching an object or contaminated surface transmission (phone, cell phones, computers, doorknobs, bells, pens, toys, etc.) and close contacts, including shaking hands, hugging and kissing.

Do's and Don'ts include: Cover your nose and mouth with a disposable tissue by coughing or sneezing, wash your hands often with soap and water, avoid crowded places, avoid getting wet. isolate, drink plenty of fluids and consult a doctor.

According to the notice, do not touch the eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands or hug, kiss and shake hands while saluting, or spit in public places, throw used towel or tissue paper in open spaces or smoke in public places.

Last year, the country reported 14,992 cases and 1,103 deaths due to influenza.