High vigilance necessary for H1N1, no cause for panic, says Indian Medical Association; warns against antibiotics use
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) stated that while vigilance is essential for H1N1, there is no cause for panic. Surveillance confirmed the virus remains seasonal Influenza A (H1N1) without novel mutations. The IMA warned against using antibiotics for flu symptoms, advising that they should only be prescribed for confirmed bacterial infections.