Maldives Sees Increase in Flu Cases
The Health Protection Agency (HPA) reported 19 influenza cases in January, indicating an increase. 154 cases confirmed over past 4.5 months, majority H1N1. HPA urges vulnerable groups to get vaccinated. Three young adults on ventilators due to influenza pneumonia. A recent death of a young adult may be related but unconfirmed. Increased travel to neighboring countries and school holidays are blamed.
The Health Protection Agency (HPA) reported 19 influenza cases in January, indicating an increase. 154 cases confirmed over past 4.5 months, majority H1N1. HPA urges vulnerable groups to get vaccinated. Three young adults on ventilators due to influenza pneumonia. A recent death of a young adult may be related but unconfirmed. Increased travel to neighboring countries and school holidays are blamed.
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The Health Protection Agency (HPA) reported 19 influenza cases in January, indicating an increase. 154 cases confirmed over past 4.5 months, majority H1N1. HPA urges vulnerable groups to get vaccinated. Three young adults on ventilators due to influenza pneumonia. A recent death of a young adult may be related but unconfirmed. Increased travel to neighboring countries and school holidays are blamed.
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