In Haryana, 14 positive cases of swine flu has so far come to light, of which four casualties have been reported. The State Health Department has issued necessary instructions to the Civil Surgeons to take all precautionary measures to check the spread of this virus as well as tackle the swine flu cases. Haryana Additional Chief Secretary, Health, Ram Niwas on Monday said that the Department is fully geared up to provide timely medical treatment to the patients.
He said that adequate arrangements for the treatment of patients suffering from swine flu have been made. Adequate stock of Tamiflu has also been made available, ventilators provided and isolation wards have been set up in all hospitals of the State. He also urged the people to contact their nearest hospital in case they suffer from any symptoms of swine flu as any delay in the treatment could cause serious effect.
While listing the precautionary measures, he said that people should avoid crowded places and should maintain a distance of minimum two feet while meeting with the people especially those having symptoms of swine flu. They should also keep handkerchief or any cloth while sneezing and wash their hands at regular intervals.
Necessary steps have been taken by the Department and a complete vigil has been maintained on this issue, he added.