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The H1N1 flu virus (red) bears a disturbing resemblance to the virus strain that caused the 1918 flu pandemic - Source: Reuters -
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The number of swine flu deaths in New Zealand remains at 13 while confirmed cases have risen to 2769, up 21 since Wednesday.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health has aired the first of five television and radio ads as part of its pandemic influenza (H1N1) offensive.
Ministry of Health chief advisor Sandy Dawson says the ads stressed the need to limit the spread of swine flu by washing hands, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home from work or school if unwell.
"The ministry continues to concentrate on making sure good advice about dealing with swine flu reaches the public," Dr Dawson says.
People with flu symptoms should seek advice from Healthline or a GP.
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