Swine flu incidence growing in Maldives
With 27 cases so far this year, the incidence of swine flu is increasing in the Maldives but the situation does not warrant emergency measures such as issuing travel alerts or closing down schools, health officials said.
13 Mar 2017, 9:00 AM
The incidence of swine flu is increasing in the Maldives amidst a seasonal spike in respiratory infections and influenza, health authorities have revealed.
Of 208 patients tested, 27 have tested positive so far this year, compared to 16 positive cases out 475 influenza patients tested during the past two years.
Seeking to assuage fears and avert public panic at a press conference Monday morning, health officials stressed that the situation does not warrant emergency measures such as closing schools or issuing travel alerts.
The 27 cases are not serious or life-threatening, doctors said.
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