Another three cases of swine flu have been identified in NHS Forth Valley, bringing the total number of confirmed cases over the last month to ten. A further eight possible cases are being investigated.
The individuals concerned are two men and one woman. One is the husband of the woman confirmed yesterday. All are being treated at home with antivirals and their condition is not giving cause for concern. Contacts of these individuals are being followed up.
NHS Forth Valley Medical Director Dr Gareth Davies said: "We continue to remain vigilant. As with the rest of the country, we can expect to see more cases on an ongoing basis. That is why we are working to slow the spread of the virus as much as possible, and to ensure that our services are prepared if the number of cases increases.
"Everyone can play their part in helping reduce the spread of infection by following good personal hygiene such as washing hands with soap and water and using a tissue to cover their mouth and nose if they sneeze."
Symptoms of swine flu in humans are usually similar to regular human seasonal flu systems. Our advice to the public is to watch out for fever, respiratory systems such as cough or runny nose, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills, fatigue. If anyone shows these symptoms they should contact NHS 24 immediately on 08454 24 24 24.
NHS Forth Valley is continuing to work closely with partner agencies within the region. More information on the virus is available from the Health Protection Scotland website, on: http://www.hps.scot.nhs.uk/ .