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Swine flu death toll reaches 31 | Swine flu death toll reaches 31 |
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Another person has died after contracting swine flu, taking the total number of deaths in Scotland to 31. | Another person has died after contracting swine flu, taking the total number of deaths in Scotland to 31. |
The Scottish government said the latest victim was an adult from the the NHS Ayrshire and Arran area. | The Scottish government said the latest victim was an adult from the the NHS Ayrshire and Arran area. |
Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon said the patient had significant underlying health conditions. | Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon said the patient had significant underlying health conditions. |
The roll out of a vaccination programme aimed at slowing the spread of the H1N1 virus is now underway, with health workers among the first to get the jab. | |
Ms Sturgeon said: "It is with regret I need to confirm another H1N1 fatality. I send my condolences to the patient's family and loved ones. | Ms Sturgeon said: "It is with regret I need to confirm another H1N1 fatality. I send my condolences to the patient's family and loved ones. |
"A rise in influenza cases is to be expected as we enter the winter months but fortunately, for most, H1N1 is mild and symptoms shouldn't persist longer than a week. | "A rise in influenza cases is to be expected as we enter the winter months but fortunately, for most, H1N1 is mild and symptoms shouldn't persist longer than a week. |
"However, we must all remain vigilant and I would underline the importance of maintaining hygiene standards and urgently seeking medical advice if you believe you are at greater risk of influenza complications." | "However, we must all remain vigilant and I would underline the importance of maintaining hygiene standards and urgently seeking medical advice if you believe you are at greater risk of influenza complications." |
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