People should take precautionary measures to control the spread of swine flu, particularly at mass gatherings during Ramzan and Bonalu festivities, advised doctors.
“This is the time when swine flu cases are reported in large numbers. People should ensure that they take all precautions since the virus spreads easily during gatherings,” said Dr Narsimulu, nodal officer, swine flu at the state-run Gandhi Hospital.
Poor suffering from immunity fall prey to the deadly H1N1 influenza virus, as it is an air-borne disease, doctors said.