Swine Flu Panic in Orissa, People opt for Homeopathy

The Swine Flu panic gripped Orissa, as five more people tested positive for H1N1 yesterday. The total number of positive cases has gone up to 25 in the state, while eight people died of Swine Flu so far.

People in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Berhampur, Sambalpur, Rourkela, Burla and other parts of the state are in a state of panic. Most people are seen wearing masks to prevent Swine Flu. They also throng to various hospitals to get vaccines and tablets, which are not easily available because of high demand.

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik reviewed the situation at a high level meeting. He urged the people not to be panic. While three lakh Tami Flu medicines are available in the state, the Centre has been asked to send another one lakh tablets.

The anti-Swine Flu nasal drops are still not available in Orissa market. More people are seen turning to Homeopathy, fearing the possible "side-effects" of Swine Flu vaccines.

Bhubaneswar-based Sai Seba Homeo Clinic in BJB Nagar has decided to offer free homeopathic medicine to people, which is said to be effective against all kind of influenza, including A H1N1. They can be reached at 9437278960 for further assistance.

Since the injectible vaccines (‘Vaxiflu-S’ and ‘Humenza’) and nasal vaccine ‘Nassovac ‘are not easily available in the market, people have decided to rely on homeopathic medicines.

The health authorities have urged the people to avoid crowded places such as cinema halls, shopping malls, restaurants and mass prayers as a precaution against Swine Flu. It has been advised to contact the doctor immediately, if anyone suffers from cold, fever and nasal congestion.

source- breakingnewsonline