MAPUSA
Two children and a youth from Mapusa have reportedly tested positive for Swine Flu.
While one has been admitted in GMC Hospital in Bambolim, the other two are undergoing medical treatment at the District Hospital in Mapusa.
According to sources from the health department, all three patients are from different parts of Mapusa and their health condition had worsened. During a checkup at the District Hospital in Mapusa, all three patients tested positive for Swine Flu.
The presence of three cases of Swine Flu in Mapusa have caused concern among the residents.
Six months back, nine persons were suspected to have be infected by Swine Flu, but they tested negative and were discharged after medical treatment.
When contacted, State Epidemiologist Dr Utkarsh Betodkar said the virus is spreading faster due to change in climate. "In September, climate will be normal and there are chances that this virus will be on the decline," he added.
Two children and a youth from Mapusa have reportedly tested positive for Swine Flu.
While one has been admitted in GMC Hospital in Bambolim, the other two are undergoing medical treatment at the District Hospital in Mapusa.
According to sources from the health department, all three patients are from different parts of Mapusa and their health condition had worsened. During a checkup at the District Hospital in Mapusa, all three patients tested positive for Swine Flu.
The presence of three cases of Swine Flu in Mapusa have caused concern among the residents.
Six months back, nine persons were suspected to have be infected by Swine Flu, but they tested negative and were discharged after medical treatment.
When contacted, State Epidemiologist Dr Utkarsh Betodkar said the virus is spreading faster due to change in climate. "In September, climate will be normal and there are chances that this virus will be on the decline," he added.
