Influenza A Cases in Jakarta Remain Under Control, Pram Says
Reported by Dessy Suciati | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung, or popularly called Pram assured that the influenza A situation in Jakarta is safe and under control, with only a minor rise in cases.
There is a slight increase, but it is very small
Pramono added that the administration is coordinating with the Health Ministry to monitor developments.
“There is a slight increase, but it is very small," he expressed, Kelapa Gading, Central Jakarta, Wednesday (9/30).
Health Agency Monitores Hantavirus Cases to Prevent Further SpreadHe explained that a 15 percent rise does not constitute an outbreak, which requires a surge of over 150 percent.
“The current rise remains extremely mild at 15 percent," he explained.
However, Pramono urged any Jakarta residents showing flu symptoms to visit a nearby healthcare facility immediately, confirming that all local clinics and hospitals are ready to assist.
“We ask anyone feeling symptoms of flu, whether influenza A or ARIs, to head to the hospital immediately," he stated.
