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H1N1 Surge: Hisar Leads Haryana in New Infections
15 Sep
Summary
- Hisar reported 63 H1N1 cases and two deaths as of September 12.
- Bhiwani detected 13 H1N1-positive samples among 29 tested.
- Haryana health officials have intensified surveillance ahead of flu season.
Haryana is currently witnessing a rise in H1N1 infections, with Hisar emerging as the most affected district. As of September 12, Hisar recorded 63 cases and two fatalities. Bhiwani district has also reported a significant number of cases, identifying 13 H1N1-positive samples out of 29 tested.
In response, the Haryana health department has bolstered surveillance efforts in anticipation of the flu season. This includes directives for increased testing of patients exhibiting influenza-like illness (ILI) and severe acute respiratory infection (SARI). Private hospitals and healthcare professionals are integrated into this surveillance network through the IDSP-IHIP portal.
The health department advises hospitals to establish flu corners, ensure adequate stock of essential medicines like oseltamivir, and maintain critical-care facilities. The elderly, children under five, pregnant women, and individuals with chronic health conditions are identified as particularly vulnerable to severe outcomes from H1N1 infection.
