H1N1 flu cases swell in Delhi: Symptoms, precautions and who is at risk
The government has said that the hospitals are "fully prepared" to handle patients with separate wards and dedicated rooms for H1N1 and dengue patients.
Delhi has seen a significant rise in H1N1 (swine flu) cases during the monsoon season, with 1,349 confirmed cases reported this year. Hospitals are well-prepared to handle these patients, with separate wards and dedicated rooms allocated for H1N1 and dengue patients. The increase in cases is attributed to the change in temperature during monsoon, which makes the influenza virus more common.
Symptoms of H1N1 include cold, cough, and fever, and most cases are mild, with symptoms subsiding within three to five days. However, patients should be aware of severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing, chest pain, and bluish lips. Vulnerable groups, such as the elderly and those with pre-existing conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease, are at a higher risk of infection.
During this year's monsoon, Delhi recorded 229 H1N1 cases compared to 1,349 cases so far this year, indicating a six-fold increase. Health experts recommend that those diagnosed with H1N1 should isolate at home for two to three days, use a face mask, and seek medical treatment if necessary.
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