The DHSS is keeping a close watch on developments, after two more cases of swine flu were confirmed in the Isle of Man, bringing the total to four.
Both people had just returned from abroad and are now said to be recovering well at home without the need for further treatment.
On Mandate at One today, Health Minister Eddie Teare said an increase in the number of individuals being diagnosed with the illness was to be expected:

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