Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background:Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. The present study was conducted to assess the outcome of suspected H1N1 influenza cases. Materials & Methods:52 suspected cases of suspected H1N1 influenza cases of both genders were included. Time trend of suspected H1N1 influenza cases and outcome of cases was recorded. Results: Out of 52 patients, males were 31 and females were 21. The time trend of suspected H1N1 influenza cases. There were 5 cases August, 11 in September, 26 in October, 6 in November and 4 cases in December. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Age group 10-20 years had 3, 20-30 years had 26, 30-40 years had 20 and 40-50 years had 1 case. The difference was significant (P< 0.05).47 patients were cured and discharged while 5 died. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: It is crucial to use health education as a preventive measure to control influenza (H1N1). The general public needs to be made more aware of influenza (H1N1).