The swine flu virus is spreading in the Millennium City with the number of total positive cases shooting up to 10 on Friday, including one death.

As per the health department, four fresh swine flu cases were registered at three private sector hospitals - Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Medanta-The Medicity and Max Hospital.

The victims, including three men and one woman, are in the age group of 40-50.

However, disparity exists in the figures of swine flu cases as private hospitals have tagged the total count at 15.