Written by Editorial Team|Published : December 26, 2014 4:55 PM IST
New Delhi, Dec 26: A 51-year-old woman died of swine flu at a private hospital in Delhi, doctors said today. The deceased was a resident of East Model Town in Ghaziabad. She was admitted to the ICU of Ganga Ram Hospital in a serious condition on December 21. 'At the time of admission, the patient was in a critical state. She had lung failure and was on high frequency ventilator support. (Read:Swine flu: Ten facts you should know)
Here are some tips to prevent swine flu:
Wear a proper surgical mask during flu season because the number of cases shoots up during the summers and monsoon seasons.
Always cover your face while coughing or sneezing. Ensure others around you also follow the same practice, especially if they re down with cold.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth too often.
Remember the virus can also spread through droplets that have settled on surfaces so avoid touching them if you re around a person who has flu like symptoms.
Avoid visiting unhygienic places or using public restrooms. Read more about
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