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Flu cases top 5,000 in Fiji

From FBC News · () English

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  • Fiji has recorded more than 5,000 cases of flu-like illness, while health facilities report more people seeking treatment.
  • Health Minister Atonio Lalabalavu said early medical attention can help prevent complications and urged people to keep warm and drink plenty of fluids.

More than 5,000 flu-like illness cases have been recorded across Fiji, prompting Health Minister Dr Atonio Lalabalavu to urge people to seek medical attention early.

Health facilities are also seeing an increase in people seeking treatment. Lalabalavu said the rise was encouraging because early care can help prevent complications.

He reminded the public that simple precautions can help reduce the spread, including keeping warm and drinking plenty of fluids.

The rise in people visiting health facilities is encouraging.

— Atonio LalabalavuThe health minister said increased treatment-seeking could help people receive care early and prevent complications.
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