https://freerepublic.com/tag/h2n1/ en-us Thu, 2 Jul 2009 15:20:56 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2284118/posts The rising number of swine flu cases mean trying to contain the virus is no longer an option, the government says. Ministers said the emergency response would now move to a new "treatment" phase across the UK as there may soon be 100,000 new cases a day. It means anti-flu drugs will no longer be given to the close contacts of those infected nor will lab testing be done to confirm cases. The move has been made to relieve the pressure on the health service. The announcement, which comes into effect immediately, has long been expected. It does not mean... BBC https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2284118/posts#comment Thu, 2 Jul 2009 15:20:56 GMT