Swine flu cases to increase in Egypt says minister

Cairo: Egyptian Minster of Health Dr Hatim Al Jibli said that it is expected that the H1N1 virus to spread rapidly in the country during the months of December to February, reported to local daily Al Masri Al Youm. He further said that Cairo has become the main source for the spread of the swine flu virus.

Dr Al Jibli also added that the increase in cases would be seen mainly amongst school students. The authorities have decided on Wednesday to close down 12 schools in addition to 31 classrooms in Cairo and other districts, reported the daily.