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Spanish-English translation
Outbreak of H1N1 has alerted the health authorities in Cali
The increase in cases of this disease began to show in November and December 2011, according to the Ministry of Health of Cali. Red Cross calls for vaccination.
By: Elpais.com.co Friday, January 13, 2012Topics:CaliRed Cross
Pandemic 2009-2010
The H1N1 pandemic that occurred between 2009 and 2010 left at least 19 000 deaths, a low mortality rate, in contrast to its wide expansion.
On August 10, 2010 the WHO announced the end of the pandemic, 14 months after submission and after having gone around the world.
Are concerned health authorities of Cali due to increased H1N1 virus in the city. The figures reveal that in November and December were critical months, while the increase in cases over the same months the previous year was 34% and 35% respectively.
That, according to experts, was strongly associated with climate changes caused by the winter.
According to the Epidemiological Unit of Respiratory Diseases of the Ministry of Health during the past year there were six cases of death from the virus. This means that there were two cases in 2010.
In total numbers last year were 53 people who were confirmed this condition, 20 more than in the previous year.
"The idea is not to generate fear in the community of Cali, but to prevent and take action quick consultation with your doctor.
This is a virus that stayed with us and that we must know to handle the impending rainy season, "said Jorge Holguin, MD, Office of Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of Cali.
The branch secretary, Juan Carlos Botero, said the increase in cases is due to the arrival of the rainy season, especially by extreme changes that are occurring in the climate.
"It must be very careful, because we come from an H1N1 pandemic and many people have dropped their guard when considering that it has passed. But we should pay attention because this is due to the increase in inquiries from health centers, "he said.
In the same way, said "the time corresponding to November and December coincides with the flu and so we have seen a high peak during this season. Similarly, all cases of flu we take it as suspected A/H1N1 and make the respective tests as ordered by the Ministry of Health. "
For suspected cases of H1N1 increased by 35% of consultations in health centers and hospitals in the capital of Valle.
"Healthcare organizations are forced to when the patient has symptoms should be tested rigorously before sending it home to avoid spreading," said Holguin.
According to the Municipal Secretary of Health, the H1N1 virus becomes deadly when the patient sees a doctor on time or have other underlying disease, is less than five years, over 60 or taking steroids.
"People who have other diseases such as diabetes, asthma and cancer, or pregnant women are the ones to be more alert, they are more likely to contract the disease and be more affected," he added.
In addition, the Ministry of Health made a strong call to parents, because in those under five years have increased cases of flu and is therefore recommended to apply preventive measures immediately and seek medical attention.
The epidemiologist said there are now eight probable cases of death unconfirmed H1N1. One case was confirmed in the last week of December and found that actually had the bad.
"This single case it met the clinical criteria of the virus, but others need to wait for lab results from the National Institute of Health in Bogot?," the doctor added.
The actions taken by the Ministry of Health when there are deaths from the H1N1 virus are visiting the residence of the person and examine other family members to avoid a spread.
The method is also used for the sick person, but by telephone, making follow-up treatment.
What are the symptoms associated with H1N1?
Fever over 38 ? C accompanied by cough.
Sore throat.
Nasal congestion and discharge.
Headache, chills and fatigue.
Vomiting or diarrhea.
Shortness of breath, choking or suffocation. In the case of children when breathing is rapid subsidence occurs in the lower abdomen and ribs when breathing sounds are heard.
Spanish-English translation
Outbreak of H1N1 has alerted the health authorities in Cali
The increase in cases of this disease began to show in November and December 2011, according to the Ministry of Health of Cali. Red Cross calls for vaccination.
By: Elpais.com.co Friday, January 13, 2012Topics:CaliRed Cross
Pandemic 2009-2010
The H1N1 pandemic that occurred between 2009 and 2010 left at least 19 000 deaths, a low mortality rate, in contrast to its wide expansion.
On August 10, 2010 the WHO announced the end of the pandemic, 14 months after submission and after having gone around the world.
Are concerned health authorities of Cali due to increased H1N1 virus in the city. The figures reveal that in November and December were critical months, while the increase in cases over the same months the previous year was 34% and 35% respectively.
That, according to experts, was strongly associated with climate changes caused by the winter.
According to the Epidemiological Unit of Respiratory Diseases of the Ministry of Health during the past year there were six cases of death from the virus. This means that there were two cases in 2010.
In total numbers last year were 53 people who were confirmed this condition, 20 more than in the previous year.
"The idea is not to generate fear in the community of Cali, but to prevent and take action quick consultation with your doctor.
This is a virus that stayed with us and that we must know to handle the impending rainy season, "said Jorge Holguin, MD, Office of Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of Cali.
The branch secretary, Juan Carlos Botero, said the increase in cases is due to the arrival of the rainy season, especially by extreme changes that are occurring in the climate.
"It must be very careful, because we come from an H1N1 pandemic and many people have dropped their guard when considering that it has passed. But we should pay attention because this is due to the increase in inquiries from health centers, "he said.
In the same way, said "the time corresponding to November and December coincides with the flu and so we have seen a high peak during this season. Similarly, all cases of flu we take it as suspected A/H1N1 and make the respective tests as ordered by the Ministry of Health. "
For suspected cases of H1N1 increased by 35% of consultations in health centers and hospitals in the capital of Valle.
"Healthcare organizations are forced to when the patient has symptoms should be tested rigorously before sending it home to avoid spreading," said Holguin.
According to the Municipal Secretary of Health, the H1N1 virus becomes deadly when the patient sees a doctor on time or have other underlying disease, is less than five years, over 60 or taking steroids.
"People who have other diseases such as diabetes, asthma and cancer, or pregnant women are the ones to be more alert, they are more likely to contract the disease and be more affected," he added.
In addition, the Ministry of Health made a strong call to parents, because in those under five years have increased cases of flu and is therefore recommended to apply preventive measures immediately and seek medical attention.
The epidemiologist said there are now eight probable cases of death unconfirmed H1N1. One case was confirmed in the last week of December and found that actually had the bad.
"This single case it met the clinical criteria of the virus, but others need to wait for lab results from the National Institute of Health in Bogot?," the doctor added.
The actions taken by the Ministry of Health when there are deaths from the H1N1 virus are visiting the residence of the person and examine other family members to avoid a spread.
The method is also used for the sick person, but by telephone, making follow-up treatment.
What are the symptoms associated with H1N1?
Fever over 38 ? C accompanied by cough.
Sore throat.
Nasal congestion and discharge.
Headache, chills and fatigue.
Vomiting or diarrhea.
Shortness of breath, choking or suffocation. In the case of children when breathing is rapid subsidence occurs in the lower abdomen and ribs when breathing sounds are heard.
