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Swine flu in Manitoba claims seventh victim
Last Updated: Wednesday, July 22, 2009 | 5:04 PM CT
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A seventh person in Manitoba has died from illnesses related to swine flu, the provincial government announced Wednesday.
Health officials said in a news release that the person is an adult between 18 and 65 years old who previously had a lab-confirmed positive test for the H1N1 influenza A virus. The person also had other underlying medical conditions.
Officials also announced that 24 cases of H1N1 flu were confirmed since July 15, bringing the Manitoba total to 855. The province has been providing weekly rather than daily updates on the flu situation in Manitoba.
No information was provided by the province on the ages, gender or specific communities of the latest cases. The government's protocol has been to not reveal which communities have confirmed cases, for fear it will stigmatize them.
Anyone experiencing symptoms such as shortness of breath, dehydration or severe weakness should get prompt medical attention, the release advised.
"If other symptoms such as coughs or fever get worse, seek prompt medical care," the release stated. "It is important to seek prompt care if you are concerned you need it, as early medical care is important in treating severe influenza-like illness.
"Even if you have already seen a health-care provider and serious symptoms appear or if your symptoms get worse and you are not recovering as you normally would (usually within two to three days), then you should seek prompt medical care."
While it has been estimated the vast majority of the individuals in Manitoba who have been infected with H1N1 have recovered without specific medical care or hospitalization, all people who are experiencing flu-like symptoms should stay home from work while they are ill. They should also limit contact with others as much as possible to prevent the spread of illness, health officials suggested.
Swine flu in Manitoba claims seventh victim
Last Updated: Wednesday, July 22, 2009 | 5:04 PM CT
CBC News
A seventh person in Manitoba has died from illnesses related to swine flu, the provincial government announced Wednesday.
Health officials said in a news release that the person is an adult between 18 and 65 years old who previously had a lab-confirmed positive test for the H1N1 influenza A virus. The person also had other underlying medical conditions.
Officials also announced that 24 cases of H1N1 flu were confirmed since July 15, bringing the Manitoba total to 855. The province has been providing weekly rather than daily updates on the flu situation in Manitoba.
No information was provided by the province on the ages, gender or specific communities of the latest cases. The government's protocol has been to not reveal which communities have confirmed cases, for fear it will stigmatize them.
Anyone experiencing symptoms such as shortness of breath, dehydration or severe weakness should get prompt medical attention, the release advised.
"If other symptoms such as coughs or fever get worse, seek prompt medical care," the release stated. "It is important to seek prompt care if you are concerned you need it, as early medical care is important in treating severe influenza-like illness.
"Even if you have already seen a health-care provider and serious symptoms appear or if your symptoms get worse and you are not recovering as you normally would (usually within two to three days), then you should seek prompt medical care."
While it has been estimated the vast majority of the individuals in Manitoba who have been infected with H1N1 have recovered without specific medical care or hospitalization, all people who are experiencing flu-like symptoms should stay home from work while they are ill. They should also limit contact with others as much as possible to prevent the spread of illness, health officials suggested.