Saturday, June 6, 2009

India confirms fifth case of swine flu

6 Jun 2009

NEW DELHI: Health ministry has confirmed a fifth case of swine flu in a 28-year-old man who travelled from the United States through London.

The man arrived in Hyderabad on May 31 and two days later reported symptoms of fever, cold and sore throat, said a ministry statement issued late Friday. He tested positive for the virus and is in stable condition.

"His close contacts are being traced and advised home quarantine and their health status is being monitored," the statement said.

The World Health Organization says swine flu has reached 69 countries and infected more than 22,000 people, causing 125 deaths.

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