2 confirmed A (H1N1) cases in RP, getting well

By: Polahola

Manila : Philippines | 6 months ago

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Manila, Philippines---Two cases of confirmed A/h1n1 virus in RP, were getting better.

According to a radio interview of DWIZ with the Department of Health (DoH) National Epidemiology Center Chief Dr. Eric Tayag, " The common symptoms of the influenza virus was colds and fever. The 50 yr. old woman from Chicago happens to have those symptoms. Apparently, she was the second confirmed case of the dreaded virus in the country."

Tayag also advised the public to ‘self- quarantine’ themselves if they feel the symptoms ( cough and cold) of the A(H1N1)virus.

Through a separate interview of DWIZ, Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Asst. General Manager for Security and Emergency Response Retired General Angel Atutubo confirmed that they have been strictly monitoring the entry of passengers from the countries with most cases of the influenza virus particularly USA and Mexico.

Atutubo was quoted as saying that ‘ right after the woman arrived from the country, there were no symptoms of the said influenza virus that were evident.’

"We will add 5 more thermal scanners, in case the virus gets worst in the country," added Atutubo.

Paula Isaiah L. Panganiban with reports from Grace Landicho- Perez

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