No new swine flu cases in Ireland

There are no new probable or confirmed cases of the so-called swine flu virus in Ireland as of today, the HSE and the Department…

There are no new probable or confirmed cases of the so-called swine flu virus in Ireland as of today, the HSE and the Department of Health confirmed.

As of today, 23 countries have officially reported 2099 cases of influenza A (H1N1) infection.

The HSE said information leaflets would be distributed to households over the coming days.

"The HSE is advising people that when they receive this leaflet they should read it and then store it in a safe place. If the World Health Organisation changes the phase of influenza A(H1N1) from level 5 to 6 the information and advice in the leaflet will be important for families."

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The HSE's dedicated 24-hour flu information line can be contacted at freephone 1 800941100.

Further information for professionals and the public is available through the websites of the HSE, the Department of Health and Children and the Health Protection Surveillance Centre. This includes information on travel advice and is updated on a daily basis, a statement said.