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52 new confirmed cases of Influenza A (H1N1-2009)

5 July 2009

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05 Jul 2009

       Situational Report

  1. Singapore has confirmed 52 new cases (1004th - 1055th case) of Influenza A (H1N1-2009) today, bringing the total tally to 1055 confirmed cases.

  2. Investigations are on-going for these 52 cases. Of the 69 cases investigated today, there were 50 local cases and 19 imported cases. Of the cumulative number of 1003 cases investigated thus far, 591 were local cases and 412 were imported cases.

    Advisory

  3. The current strain remains mild, except for high-risk individuals with underlying medical conditions where complications and even deaths may occur.  Most patients, including those in Singapore have responded well to treatment.

  4. Members of the public who feel unwell with flu-like symptoms (fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose) should promptly seek medical attention. If the symptoms are mild, their usual GPs, or the nearest Pandemic Preparedness Clinic or polyclinics, would be able to assess them. The PPC listing is being updated regularly and can be obtained from MOH and HPB websites at www.moh.gov.sg and http://www.hpb.gov.sg/.

  5. The public is advised to check MOH website for more information on PPCs and the latest update on the H1N1 situation.

MINISTRY OF HEALTH