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H1N1 death
20/11/2009
Swine Flu Vaccination Helpline
08000 28 28 16
An adult from the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde area has died after contracting H1N1, Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon confirmed today.
The patient had underlying health conditions.
This death brings the total number of H1N1 related deaths in Scotland to 40.
Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon said:
"Any death from H1N1 is a tragedy and my thoughts are wilth this patient's family and friends at this very sad time.
"Fortunately this is a mild illness for most, but people with underlying health conditions are at greater risk of complications which is why we are prioritising the vaccine for this group.
"We are vaccinating as soon as vaccines arrive in the country and those people who accept the invitation will be vaccinated by Christmas."
If you are concerned about flu-like symptoms contact your GP for advice or call NHS 24 on 08454 24 24 24.
Further information on the vaccine programme is available via the Scottish Swine Flu Vaccination Helpline on 08000 28 28 16.
To protect patient confidentiality we will now only be reporting the following information in any H1N1 death:
- Whether the patient was a child, elderly person or adult
- Which health board area they were a patient of
- The presence of underlying health conditions or pregnancy