Health Ministry warns of Swine Flu Virus
Media Liaison Officer, Iliesa Tora said they have not received any reports of anyone being the victim of this flu however people still need to take precautions.
He is calling on people to immediately see a doctor if they are sick, cover their nose and mouth while coughing or sneezing and to throw the tissue in the trash after use, Wash hands with soap and water and to avoid touching their eyes, nose or mouth.
The Tourism Industry workers have also been advised to follow the health advice and to report to the management if they have a sick guest.
So far in the US, 64 cases of Swine Virus has been confirmed with New York having the largest number affected, standing at 45. In Mexico 150 people have died while more than a hundred a sick.
Three major cruise liners with a total of more than 5000 passengers have cancelled port calls in Mexico as worries about the swine flu grow.
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