Line up for flu shots as 197 hospitalized
THE NUMBER of people hospitalized with the AH1N1 flu virus jumped to 197 on Monday. June 6 said Panama’s Ministry of Health (MoH).
The patients are in Ministry of Health, Social Security and private hospitals said Health Minister Francisco Javier
Government health clinics have extended operating hours to provide free vaccinations to those most at risk, young children, those over 60 and people with chronic health conditions. Terrientes said that one million doses were distributed throughout the country.
Long line ups have were recorded at Health Centers throughout the day.
Another 500,000 vaccines should arrive in the next two weeks when vaccinations will become more widely available.
Health authorities have called on the population to help contain the spread of ithe virus , such as washing hands, covering the mouth when sneezing or coughing, seeking medical attention if there are signs of a cold and trouble with breathing, and staying away from crowds.