Seasonal Flu

Rising cases of H3N2 in Delhi-NCR spark concern: key symptoms and risks

Experts urge people to watch for red-flag symptoms like breathlessness and chest pain, seek early medical help, and follow hygiene and vaccination measures

Flu wave recedes to 56% households in Delhi-NCR, lower than last week

Flu-like cases in Delhi-NCR households dip to 56% from 69%. Doctors attribute this to post-monsoon waterlogging, contaminated water, and fluctuating weather conditions

Infectious variants, viral season behind Covid surge, say experts

Doctors and epidemiologists say infectious subvariants and seasonal viruses are driving the Covid-19 surge, with Kerala, Maharashtra and Delhi reporting most cases

Should you get the flu vaccine every year? Here's what Indian doctors say

From cost to timing and effectiveness, here's what doctors in India want you to know about the annual flu vaccine, who should take it, and why it matters for health and hospitalisation prevention

Cadila Pharmaceuticals launches Tetra vaccine to prevent influenza

Cadila Pharmaceuticals on Monday said it has launched a vaccine to prevent influenza, a recurrent and widespread viral infection. The drug firm has introduced quadrivalent Cadiflu Tetra vaccine which has been approved by the DCGI (Drugs Controller General of India) for use in adults and children. The new vaccine targets four strains of the influenza virus subtype A and B, responsible for seasonal epidemics, the drug firm said in a statement. Developed using proprietary technology employing nano-sized particles, the vaccine mimics the external structure of the virus without containing intact genetic material, it added. "This breakthrough in vaccine development also holds promise for enhancing the protection of pregnant women against influenza, contributing to the overall well-being of both mother and child," Cadila Pharmaceuticals CMD Rajiv I Modi said. Influenza, commonly known as seasonal flu, is a highly contagious acute respiratory illness

H9N2 virus spreading among children, has connection with winter: Expert

H9N2 is a serotype influenza virus. The influenza virus is a common virus that comes at the end of the season, especially when there is the onset of winter

US reports 139 pediatric flu deaths this season, at least 26 mn illnesses

The CDC recommends that everyone ages 6 months and older get an annual flu vaccine as long as flu activity continues

H3N2 flu: Symptoms, preventive measures, and dos & don'ts

Have you been feeling feverish lately, along with body aches, throat irritation, and a persistent cough? There has been an increase in H3N2 cases in India recently. To get a better sense of its symptoms and how to deal with them, Business Standard talked to an expert. Watch the video to know what he has to say

High fever, long-lasting cough: Delhi under the grip of H3N2 virus

Influenza virus: Doctors suggest getting vaccinated against this flu, practising hand sanitation, and maintaining proper hydration

Explained: Why you're more prone to heart attack or brain stroke in winter

Did you know that the chances of you getting a heart attack or brain stroke in the winter are 33% higher compared to other seasons? We spoke to Dr Maulik Parekh of the Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital to understand the reasons behind this

Seasonal flu mostly affects the urban and peri-urban areas, says NCDC

Although seasonal influenza is at its peak in January-March and August-October, the NCDC has asked people to be wary of getting the flu which can be life-threatening in certain circumstances

Delhi hospitals see rise in number of seasonal flu cases among children

Various hospitals in the national capital are witnessing a spike in the number of seasonal flu cases among children with some even requiring hospitalisation

'Delhi should continue vigorous testing, Covid, flu have similar symptoms'

As flu and coronavirus have similar symptoms, the Delhi government should continue vigorous testing to keep the spread of Covid-19 in check during the flu season, experts said

Fears of 'twindemic': Here is how flu symptoms differ from Covid-19

There are at least 100 viruses that can cause the common cold, but only four that cause seasonal flu

Rajasthan govt asks officials to stay vigilant against seasonal diseases

The state government has asked officials to stay vigilant against seasonal diseases including malaria and dengue in addition to the coronavirus infection

Seasonal flu may increase Parkinson's disease, says study

Most cases of Parkinson's have no known cause