Prevention is Delhi's cure.

(From The Times of India)

Byline: Divya Vasisht

Nine countries have already been hit. And India is a potential target. The new and virulent form of pneumonia which has already wreaked havoc in parts of Asia has become a cause for concern in the city. So much so, the Delhi government is taking extra precautions as regards cases of medical illness characterised by symptoms of high fever, cough and breathing problems.

''While this mysterious form of pneumonia has not been reported in India till now, we can't afford to take any chances. The official machinery is geared up to meet any eventuality, with all medical laboratories having been alerted to be …