NI swine flu cases have 'more than doubled'
NI swine flu cases have 'more than doubled' Cases of H1N1 infection have more than doubled The number of swine flu cases in Northern Ireland has more than doubled in the past week. The Public Health Agency said those eligible for the H1N1 vaccine should see their doctor as soon as possible. Official data shows the number of cases has more than doubled from 56 to 129 But BBC Northern Ireland Health Correspondent Marie Louise Connolly said that, judging by last year's statistics, the real figure is probably a lot higher. According to the Public Health Agency there has been an increase in all flu activity, including those with respiratory problems. The classic flu symptoms are a sudden fever, headache, muscle aches, a dry cough and sore throat. The average duration of infection is between 10 and 14 days. 'Significant rise' Marie Louise Connolly said that hospitals were starting to feel the pressure. There were 26 trolley waits at the Belfast's City Hospit...