Health & Environment

Delhi Hospitals Directed to Reserve Isolation Beds Amid H1N1 Surge

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THE BRIEF
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The Delhi government has ordered all major hospitals to reserve dedicated isolation beds as the city reports 138 fresh H1N1 (swine flu) cases, bringing the total tally to 2,446.

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Health officials have advised the public against self-medication with antibiotics, emphasizing that antivirals should only be administered under strict medical supervision to prevent drug resistance.

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The Delhi Medical Association has issued a public advisory urging citizens to maintain hygiene, cover their mouths while coughing, and seek immediate testing if symptoms persist for more than 48 hours.