2 more swine flu cases reported in Telangana, total no of cases stands at 88

Hyderabad: Two cases of swine flu tested positive on Thursday, taking the total number of cases to 88 in both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

A 25-year-old female from Hyderabad and 45-year-old male from Kadapa tested positive and are being treated in private hospitals in the city.

Talking about the rise in cases, Dr K Subhakar said, “The number has shot up in December due to the falling temperatures. People must take precautions as those who are suffering from cold and fever must opt for isolation.”

The death toll in Telangana stands at 10. However, Director health, Telangana said, “Swine flu is not life-threatening and the deaths are due to multi-organ failure and the complications arising from that.”

With new cases adding everyday, the government has a mammoth task of creating awareness about the disease and ensure that it doesn’t spread.