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Number of H1N1 cases in Yemen jumps to 921, 13 cases reported dead

Posted in: Local News
Written By: Observer Staff
Article Date: Oct 13, 2009 - 4:08:22 PM

The Ministry of Health and Population announced that H1N1 virus cases in Yemen have increased to 921, with 13 cases reported dead.

Dr. Abdulkarim Rasie, said in a news conference that 55 cases are currently being quarantined and treated, whereas 843 cases have recovered.

“The ages of those who died ranges between 9-45, with some of them suffering from chronic diseases or pregnancy,” Dr. Rasie explained.

The Health Minister stressed the importance of a quick medical examination in suspicious symptoms, calling the citizens to follow the protection measures to avoid infection.