Alert on H1N1 in Alappuzha

December 15, 2018 11:04 pm | Updated 11:04 pm IST - Alappuzha

The Health Department has urged the public to remain vigilant against H1N1.

At least seven H1N1 cases were reported in the district during the last five days. Officials have said there is no need to panic.

The public have been advised to take immediate medical care in case of influenza, cough, cold with fever, throat infection, vomiting and respiratory distress. Pregnant women and elderly people with hypertension, diabetes, renal diseases, cancer and cardiac and liver ailments should take special care.

For further details, contact 0471 2552056, 1056.

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