H1N1 is raging in Armenia. As of January 20, the flu has killed already 18 people, Armen Muradyan, Minister of Health of Armenia, told reporters, Wednesday.
As of January 18, the number of the deaths was 16. Despite the 2 new deaths, the minister assured reporters that the epidemiological situation in the country has improved and 99% of the patients feel better. At present, 7 patients suffering pneumonia are connected to the vent.
Nevertheless, Muradyan said it is still unclear whether the winter holidays for schools and kindergartens will be prolonged again. It will be decided by the weekend. Among the patients there are 94 pregnant woman, 982 children. A total of 1,230 people have caught H1N1