09 Aug 2017 | 01:03 AM UTC
Nepal: Ten H1N1 influenza deaths as of August 7
Death toll from H1N1 influenza rises to ten as of August 7; take precautionary measures against flu
Event
The death toll from the H1N1 influenza rose to ten as of August 7, with a patient succumbing to the illness in Dhapasi. Other victims were from Jhapa, Lalitpur, Syangja, Palpa, Rupandehi, Kathmandu, and Pokhara. A total of 354 patients have tested positive for H1N1 since January 1, 2017.
Context
H1N1 influenza is an acute respiratory infection of varying severity, ranging from asymptomatic infection to fatal disease. Typical influenza symptoms include fever with abrupt onset, chills, sore throat, non-productive cough, which is often accompanied by headache, coryza, myalgia, and prostration.
Advice
All those present in Nepal are advised to take basic hygienic measures to reduce their risk of contracting the flu (e.g., frequent hand washing) and to consult with their doctor concerning vaccination. Individuals developing the above symptoms are advised to seek medical attention.
