Niue health department on Influenza A update

In an update from Niue’s Public Health division last Thursday April 10th, a total of 33 influenza A cases have been confirmed since the outbreak was declared on the 26th of March.

Almost half of that number were hospitalised, with 13 hospital admissions. 

The age group with the highest number of cases were teenagers aged 11 to 18 years old. 

Niue’s Health Department says as they continue to manage the outbreak, it is urging the public to continue following public health advice and minimize social gatherings, practice safe hygiene and if you’re feeling unwell, for residents to stay home or seek medical assistance at the Niue Foou hospital.