Mumbai H1N1 Cases Surge 511 Per Cent To 507; Malaria Rises 39 Pc To 8,723, BMC Data Shows
Mumbai, September 18: Amid the festive spirit of Ganeshotsav, infectious disease figures in Mumbai are posing a fresh challenge to the health system. Mumbai is witnessing a sharp rise in H1N1 infections this monsoon, with cases jumping more than sixfold to 507 by September 15 from just 83 during the corresponding period last year — a 511% increase. Malaria has also emerged as a growing concern,…
Mumbai's health system is facing a fresh challenge as H1N1 infections surge by 511% to 507 cases by September 15, according to BMC data. The increase comes amid the Ganeshotsav festivities. In comparison, the same period last year saw only 83 H1N1 cases. Malaria cases have also risen 39% to 8,723 from 6,277, as the monsoon season brings new health concerns. No other major monsoon-related diseases have seen such a significant rise as H1N1.
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