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We are yet to ascertain if there are small genetic changes that tricked the body’s immune system to beat herd immunity,” he said. CHENNAI: No major mutations were noted in the H1N1 virus that has been fast spreading across Tamil Nadu, particularly Chennai and its suburbs. Reports from the Kings Institute of Preventive Medicine showed that the virus, Michigan strain, continues to remain sensitive to the drug of choice oseltamivir “There is no change in the strain. It is done more frequently at the wards and intensive care units. Checkup and screening for antenatal mothers are being done after 11 am when rush at outpatient clinic settles.“The outpatient blocks will have to be washed with antimicrobial solutions at least thrice a day..