Ninth case of swine flu confirmed in Northern Ireland

Another case of swine flu has been confirmed in Northern Ireland.

This brings the total number of cases here to nine.

The person affected has asked that no details regarding identity are disclosed.   This person has mild symptoms and is recovering at home.  This case relates to travel outside the UK and does not involve a school, workplace or other setting within the UK.

Number of cases under investigation in Northern Ireland  6

Number of negative cases in Northern Ireland   137

Total number of confirmed cases in Northern Ireland 9

Notes for Editors:

1. The Northern Ireland swine flu helpline number 0800 0514 142 is a freephone helpline for those who want more information about swine flu.

2. The UK-wide flu information line on 0800 1 513 513 provides regularly updated advice on swine flu. This is also a freephone number.

3. Further information about swine flu can be found at the DHSSPS website or the nidirect website.

Daily figures in relation to swine flu are available on the DHSSPS website or the nidirect website. every day (Monday – Friday) at 2pm.    As of today the Department will advise of any new confirmed cases at the same time.

4.Media enquiries to the DHSSPS Press Office on 028 9052 0579. Out of office hours contact the Duty Press Officer via pager number 076 9971 5440.