swine flu
New swine flu with 'pandemic potential' identified by China researchers
According to scientists these G4 viruses bind to receptor molecules in human cells and can replicate in outer layer of respiratory system
16 test positive for swine flu since July start
H1N1 flu, popularly known as Swine flu, is an infection that exploits a weakened immune system to attack major organs, especially the lungs.
Private hospitals failing to diagnose H1N1: Officials
Private-run hospitals and clinics are failing to diagnose cases of swine flu-H1N1 virus, say officials of the state government.
Rise in viral flu cases across Maharashtra
The exponential spike in the numbers has caused the Maharashtra government to issue an advisory on precautions that should be taken.
New anti-viral drugs to be procured
Currently, Oseltamivir, popularly known as Tamiflu or Fluvir, is the only drug of choice to treat the contagion which is high in demand.
300 swine flu cases since January
The state’s health department said that there had been a spurt in H1N1 cases due to climatic changes.
Maharashtra loses 71 to swine flu virus in three months
928 patients have been detected with swine flu and are currently being treated for the disease.
State sees 30 Swine flu deaths in Jan, Feb alone
In the state, Nagpur witnessed the highest number of swine flu deaths with nine people falling prey to the disease.
Swine flu death toll touches 126 in Rajasthan
H1N1 virus spreads when an individual touches an infected person or breathes droplets of coughs and sneezes that are in the air.
State carrying out five-point plan to prevent swine flu
So far, 145 patients are being treated for the disease.