How many cases of swine flu have now been confirmed in Surrey?
As we have now moved to a ‘treatment phase’ we are no longer testing every suspected case. Instead, anyone with symptoms is now being offered anti-virals straight away. As a result, the HPA is no longer publishing daily figures. Whilst we are aware of outbreaks and are continuing to monitor the situation closely, it is no longer possible to confirm the number of cases in Surrey. Why are you no longer testing for swine flu? Testing was important initially to help understand the spread of the virus. Now that data has been built up, testing is no longer necessary and we can focus on treatment. If someone has symptoms of swine flu they will be offered anti-virals straight away to reduce any symptoms. If they live with people who have underlying health conditions and therefore might be at a slightly higher risk they too will be offered anti-virals as a precaution. Now if we think there may be cases at a school or in the community, the HPA may test a sample of people with symptoms to help wi
