Fewer cases of H1N1 influenza in Tamil Nadu this year
5 years, 1 month ago

Fewer cases of H1N1 influenza in Tamil Nadu this year

The Hindu  

Compared to the last two years, Tamil Nadu has recorded fewer cases of H1N1 influenza so far this year. According to data from the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme, Tamil Nadu has recorded 709 cases of H1N1 influenza and three deaths until November 16. In 2017, the State accounted for 3,315 cases and 17 deaths due to H1N1 influenza, while there were 2,812 cases and 43 deaths last year. A senior doctor of Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital said there were only one or two suspected cases of H1N1 influenza at the hospital every month.

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Most number of deaths by H1N1 in Punjab, Kerala, and Gujarat
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Most number of deaths by H1N1 in Punjab, Kerala, and Gujarat

The Hindu  

Punjab, Kerala, and Gujarat top the list of States that have recorded the maximum number of deaths by influenza A, according to the latest figures released by National Centre for Disease Control, which collects data from across India. With over 9,000 H1N1 cases, India has registered 178 deaths by H1N1, also known as swine flu, till the end of July …

63 cases of new Covid variant in India, Goa tops with 34 cases, Maharashtra has 9
1 year ago

63 cases of new Covid variant in India, Goa tops with 34 cases, Maharashtra has 9

India Today  

A total of 63 JN.1 COVID variant cases have been reported in the country till December 24, the Union Health Ministry said on Monday in a press statement. Out of the total 63 cases, 34 are from Goa, 9 from Maharashtra, 8 from Karnataka, 6 from Kerala, 4 from Tamil Nadu and 2 from Telangana, the Ministry added in its …

Respiratory infections, influenza cases on the rise in Kerala
1 year ago

Respiratory infections, influenza cases on the rise in Kerala

The Hindu  

A serious spike in respiratory infections for the past several weeks, mostly Influenza A, respiratory syncytial virus and COVID-19, has had the OP clinics and casualty wings of hospitals getting filled with people rushing in for consultations. There is also intense speculation that the new sub variant of Omicron virus variant — JN.1 — which is said to be highly …

Influenza Expected To Surge Further, Caution Doctors
1 year, 3 months ago

Influenza Expected To Surge Further, Caution Doctors

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The influenza virus has caused several viral infections, with seasonal flu becoming the major issue. In light of the upcoming festivals and elections, which would see large assemblies of people, health department officials advised wearing masks, following hand hygiene, covering mouth and nose while those infected should avoid crowds. Dr Kiran Madhala, member of TS-IMA scientific committee, told Deccan …

Erring on the side of caution as influenza cases rise in Andhra Pradesh
1 year, 9 months ago

Erring on the side of caution as influenza cases rise in Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

The State is in the grip of seasonal illnesses, with lakhs of people reportedly suffering from fever, headache and related ailments for days. This month, as of March 21, over 2.29 lakh fever cases were reported in the State according to data obtained from the Integrated Health Information Platform, a Central government’s initiative which is being effectively used by the …

Jharkhand reports first case of H3N2, five fresh cases of Covid-19
1 year, 9 months ago

Jharkhand reports first case of H3N2, five fresh cases of Covid-19

India Today  

Jharkhand reported its first case of H3N2 influenza, besides five fresh cases of Covid-19, a health department official said on Sunday. A 68-year-old woman, who was admitted to Tata Main Hospital, Jamshedpur with symptoms of cold and fever on Thursday, tested positive for influenza virus H3N2 on Saturday, the official said. READ | Mumbai records 4 H3N2 influenza cases, check …

Amid H3N2 Scare, Daily Covid Cases Cross 800 After 4 Months; 76 Samples of New XBB.1.16 Variant Found
1 year, 9 months ago

Amid H3N2 Scare, Daily Covid Cases Cross 800 After 4 Months; 76 Samples of New XBB.1.16 Variant Found

News 18  

Amid concerns over a rise in H3N2 influenza cases, daily Covid cases in India crossed 800 after over 4 months, according to Union health ministry data. “There are a few states which are reporting higher numbers of cases indicating possible localised spread of infection,” Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan said in a letter to these states. The Union Health Secretary …

States on alert as H3N2 cases rise in India; Delhi, Maha, Karnataka issue advisory | Details
1 year, 9 months ago

States on alert as H3N2 cases rise in India; Delhi, Maha, Karnataka issue advisory | Details

India Today  

India is witnessing a surge in H3N2 Influenza virus cases, with the number of cases going up to 451 till March 5, according to data shared by the health ministry. Here are the state advisories: Delhi Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bhardwaj issued an advisory on Friday advising children and the elderly to take special precautions. While the risk of H3N2 …

Four H3N2 cases reported in Mumbai: Report
1 year, 9 months ago

Four H3N2 cases reported in Mumbai: Report

Live Mint  

A total of 32 patients were admitted to hospitals in Mumbai, of which four were diagnosed with the H3N2 influenza virus, while others with H1N1, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said on Wednesday, adding that all patients are in stable condition. Health minister Tanaji Sawant informed that 352 patients in the state have been diagnosed with the H3N2 virus so far. …

Assam reports first H3N2 case, authorities fully geared to meet the challenge
1 year, 9 months ago

Assam reports first H3N2 case, authorities fully geared to meet the challenge

India Today  

The first case of H3N2 influenza was detected in Assam, and the Health Department was keeping a close watch on the situation, an official bulletin said. "The Health Department is keeping a close watch on the evolving seasonal influenza situation in Assam through the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme network on a real-time basis," it said. However, potential high-risk groups like …

H3N2 virus: ‘No need to panic’, says Maha health minister after spike in cases
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 virus: ‘No need to panic’, says Maha health minister after spike in cases

Hindustan Times  

With the H3N2 influenza virus cases in Maharashtra witnessing a spike, health minister Tanaji Sawant on Wednesday said that “there is no need to panic” as the virus is “not fatal and can be cured by medical treatment”. A health worker collects blood sample from a school student for health checkup as a precaution against the H3N2 virus. The H3N2 …

Mumbai records 4 H3N2 influenza cases, check high-risk areas
1 year, 9 months ago

Mumbai records 4 H3N2 influenza cases, check high-risk areas

India Today  

Four people have been infected by the H3N2 influenza virus in Mumbai. Mumbai's Dadar, Prabhadevi, Parel, Matunga, Byculla and Nagpada are high-risk areas, where more cases have been reported. With four cases of H3N2 cases reported in Mumbai, Dadar, Prabhadevi, Parel, Matunga, Byculla and Nagpada have been declared as high-risk areas, where more cases were reported. ALSO READ | H3N2 …

Breathe Easy: H1N1 And H3N2 Not Life-threatening like Covid, Says Dr NK Arora
1 year, 9 months ago

Breathe Easy: H1N1 And H3N2 Not Life-threatening like Covid, Says Dr NK Arora

News 18  

Since December last year, reports have indicated an uptick in cases of influenza-like illnesses in the country. Speaking to CNN-News18, co-chair of Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium Dr NK Arora said, “Influenza has been in the country for years and H3N2 and H1N1 have been in the country for years. Now Covid-19 cases are fewer and hence now influenza cases are …

How Deadly Is H3N2 Flu Compared To Covid-19? Is It Likely To Cause A Pandemic In India? Here's What Experts Say
1 year, 9 months ago

How Deadly Is H3N2 Flu Compared To Covid-19? Is It Likely To Cause A Pandemic In India? Here's What Experts Say

ABP News  

H3N2 Infection: The H3N2 virus is responsible for most cases of seasonal influenza in India this year. The news of H3N2 has raised concerns among the masses, but it is important to educate people and tell the difference between the influenza virus subtype and SARS-CoV-2. Although both H3N2 infection and Covid-19 are caused by contagious viruses, H3N2 would not affect …

Swine Flu cases along with H3N2 virus on the rise in India; Central government warns to be alert
1 year, 9 months ago

Swine Flu cases along with H3N2 virus on the rise in India; Central government warns to be alert

India TV News  

While the influenza A subtype H3N2 virus is the dominant virus in India, cases of swine flu or the H1N1 virus are rapidly increasing across the country. In fact, according to the recently released data by the Union Health Ministry, the cases of swine flu or H1N1 virus are increasing rapidly across the country. The upsetting number of cases H3N2 …

First H3N2 case in Bihar, infected woman recovers
1 year, 9 months ago

First H3N2 case in Bihar, infected woman recovers

Hindustan Times  

A 30-year-old female medical student from Patna who tested positive last week for the H3N2 virus, a subtype of seasonal influenza, the first reported in the state this year, has recovered, said health officials familiar with the development on Sunday. A total of 3,038 laboratory-confirmed cases of various subtypes of influenza including H3N2 were reported in India till March 9 …

Odisha reports 59 H3N2 influenza cases in two months
1 year, 9 months ago

Odisha reports 59 H3N2 influenza cases in two months

Hindustan Times  

Of the 225 samples collected in January and February in Odisha, 59 were found positive for H3N2 influenza in the state, officials said on Saturday. "Out of the 225 samples collected in the month of January and February in Odisha, a total of 59 H3N2 influenza cases were found in the state," Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar Director Sanghamitra Pati …

Odisha: 59 H3N2 Influenza Cases Detected in Odisha in Two Months
1 year, 9 months ago

Odisha: 59 H3N2 Influenza Cases Detected in Odisha in Two Months

News 18  

Of the 225 samples collected in January and February in Odisha, 59 were found positive for H3N2 influenza in the state, officials said on Saturday. "Out of the 225 samples collected in the month of January and February in Odisha, a total of 59 H3N2 influenza cases were found in the state," Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar Director Sanghamitra Pati …

India Witnesses Its First H3N2 Deaths Amid Increase In Number Of Cases Across Country. Top Developments
1 year, 9 months ago

India Witnesses Its First H3N2 Deaths Amid Increase In Number Of Cases Across Country. Top Developments

ABP News  

The country recently witnessed its first death cases caused by the H3N2 influenza virus in Karnataka and Haryana, and several states across the country have reported a high number of influenza cases in the last two-three months, with symptoms including a persistent cough, sometimes accompanied by fever. Dr. Dhiren Gupta of Ganga Ram Hospital explained why the virus is spreading …

Gujarat reports one H1N1 virus death with 77 cases so far
1 year, 9 months ago

Gujarat reports one H1N1 virus death with 77 cases so far

Hindustan Times  

Amid a sharp surge in H3N2 virus cases in the country, the Gujarat health minister Rushikesh Patel on Saturday said that the state has reported one death due to H1N1, adding that no death has been reported due to H3N2 till March 10 in the state. However, the Union Ministry of Health on Friday said that the cases arising from …

H3N2 seasonal influenza cases surge: Which states are reporting infections?
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 seasonal influenza cases surge: Which states are reporting infections?

Hindustan Times  

H3N2 influenza cases are on the rise in India with an alarming increase in ICU admissions. Karnataka reported the first death due to the H3N2 virus after an man from Alur Taluk in Hassan district breathed his last on March 1 According to the most recent IDSP-IHIP data, the states reported a total of 3038 laboratory-confirmed cases of various influenza …

Increase precaution, no need to panic: experts as India records two H3N2 virus deaths
1 year, 9 months ago

Increase precaution, no need to panic: experts as India records two H3N2 virus deaths

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: There is need for increased monitoring and precaution measures to ward off H3N2 but no cause for panic yet, say experts as India confirms its first two deaths due to the influenza virus. She noted that lockdowns and extensive use of masks for extended periods of time helped control transmission of more virulent versions of the virus, but …

Covid positivity rate increasing amid rising H3N2 cases, centre pitches for more surveillance
1 year, 9 months ago

Covid positivity rate increasing amid rising H3N2 cases, centre pitches for more surveillance

India TV News  

Coronavirus: Gradual increase in the COVID-19 positivity rate in some states amid a rise in the seasonal influenza subtype H3N2 is a matter of concern for all. Centre's request to States and UTs The Centre requested all states and Union territories to follow operational guidelines for integrated surveillance of respiratory pathogens presenting as cases of influenza-like illness or severe acute …

India reports first H3N2 deaths, one each from Karnataka, Haryana: Govt
1 year, 10 months ago

India reports first H3N2 deaths, one each from Karnataka, Haryana: Govt

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India has recorded its first two deaths due to seasonal influenza subtype H3N2, one each from Karnataka and Haryana, with the Union health ministry on Friday saying it is keeping a close watch on the situation and cases are expected to decline from month end. In Karnataka, 82-year-old Hire Gowda died due to the H3N2 virus on March …

Two die as H3N2 influenza cases rise
1 year, 10 months ago

Two die as H3N2 influenza cases rise

The Hindu  

At least two persons have succumbed to the H3N2 subtype of seasonal influenza, which has infected rising numbers of people since mid-December last year, the Health Ministry has confirmed. Tracking flu cases “The Ministry is also tracking and keeping a close watch on morbidity and mortality due to the H3N2 subtype of the seasonal influenza. Seasonal sicknesses According to the …

H3N2 Influenza Scare: Expert Says Virus Changing Pattern; Check Symptoms, Precautions & Treatment
1 year, 10 months ago

H3N2 Influenza Scare: Expert Says Virus Changing Pattern; Check Symptoms, Precautions & Treatment

News 18  

The H3N2 influenza virus has been causing concern in India, especially after two deaths related to the virus were reported in Karnataka and Haryana. According to Dr Dhiren Gupta, Senior Consultant, department of paediatric emergency and critical care, Sir Gangaram hospital, the virus has seen an “unexpected” and “remarkable” change in the past six months. This time Influenza A virus …

H3N2 virus kills 2 in India, say reports. What to know about symptoms, treatment
1 year, 10 months ago

H3N2 virus kills 2 in India, say reports. What to know about symptoms, treatment

Hindustan Times  

India has reportedly recorded first two deaths due to the H3N2 influenza virus in Haryana and Karnataka. H3N2 virus kills 2 in India, say reports. According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, H3N2v is a non-human influenza virus that normally circulates in pigs and that has infected humans - known as ‘swine influenza viruses’. The specific H3N2 variant …

Karnataka reports first H3N2 virus death
1 year, 10 months ago

Karnataka reports first H3N2 virus death

Hindustan Times  

Days after Karnataka health minister K Sudhakar said there is no need to panic over influenza A H3N2 variant virus infection, the state on Friday reported its H3N2 virus first death. The victim, identified as an 82-year-old man from Alur Taluk of Hassan district died on March 1, health department officials said on Friday. Shivaswamy confirmed the virus was detected …

Karnataka reports first H3N2 influenza death
1 year, 10 months ago

Karnataka reports first H3N2 influenza death

The Hindu  

A person who died on March 1 in Alur taluk of Hassan district of Karnataka was infected with the H3N2 influenza virus that causes seasonal flu. According to the District Health Officer of Hassan, Hire Gowda died due to the virus on March 1. “It is confirmed that Hire Gowda, son of Halage Gowda, 82 years, died of H3N2 virus …

Learn All About H3N2 Influenza: Its Symptoms, Treatment & More as India Reports 2 Deaths from Virus
1 year, 10 months ago

Learn All About H3N2 Influenza: Its Symptoms, Treatment & More as India Reports 2 Deaths from Virus

News 18  

Two deaths have been registered in India due to the H3N2 influenza, as per a Moneycontrol report, which quoted government sources as saying that Karnataka had seen one death and Haryana the second. Karnataka Health Minister Dr. K. Sudhakar had said on Monday that 26 persons have tested positive for the H3N2 variant in the state, and among these two …

H3N2 Influenza: Haryana Health Min Says 'Virus Milder Than H1N1'; Kerala Reports 2 Cases
1 year, 10 months ago

H3N2 Influenza: Haryana Health Min Says 'Virus Milder Than H1N1'; Kerala Reports 2 Cases

News 18  

After India registered two deaths due to H3N2 influenza virus in Karnataka and Haryana, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is keeping a close eye on the rise of such cases across the country. Besides, Kerala Health Minister Veena George said the state currently has two cases of the H3N2 virus, but there are no new cases reported. Karnataka …

India's first H3N2 influenza deaths: 1 each in Karnataka and Haryana
1 year, 10 months ago

India's first H3N2 influenza deaths: 1 each in Karnataka and Haryana

India TV News  

India has witnessed two deaths from the H3N2 influenza causing virus today. 82-year old Hire Gowda, believed to be the first person to die from H3N2 in India is from Karnataka's Hassan district. The majority of these infections are caused by the H3N2 virus, also referred to as the "Hong Kong flu". The Indian Council of Medical Research advises covering …

'Cases of seasonal influenza expected to decline by March-end' informs health ministry
1 year, 10 months ago

'Cases of seasonal influenza expected to decline by March-end' informs health ministry

India TV News  

H3N2: In view of India's first H3N2 influenza deaths, Union Health Ministry on Friday informed that cases of seasonal influenza are expected to decline by March-end. 'Union Health Ministry is keeping a close watch on the Seasonal Influenza situation in various States/UTs through the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme network on real-time basis. The ministry is also tracking and keeping a …

AP registers 21 cases of H3N2
1 year, 10 months ago

AP registers 21 cases of H3N2

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh has registered 21 positive cases of H3N2 influenza so far. Director of medical education, Dr V. Vinod Kumar, said 12 positive cases were registered in January and nine in February in the tests held at VRDL in Tirupati. He said H3N2 is a viral infection caused by influenza A type variant and this would affect the upper …

H1N1 influenza cases down in Tamil Nadu: Health Minister
2 years, 2 months ago

H1N1 influenza cases down in Tamil Nadu: Health Minister

The Hindu  

The number of H1N1 influenza cases reported in a day has gradually reduced in Tamil Nadu, with only five cases reported in the last 24 hours, Health Minister Ma. H1N1 influenza cases had started to surface in Tamil Nadu nearly 20 days ago and have reduced to a large extent now, he said. “The number of H1N1 cases have reduced …

EXCLUSIVE: No Swine Flu In Tamil Nadu, All Cases Seasonal Flu, Health Minister Subramanian Says
2 years, 3 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: No Swine Flu In Tamil Nadu, All Cases Seasonal Flu, Health Minister Subramanian Says

ABP News  

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian on Thursday said overall 282 children are receiving treatment for AH1N1 or seasonal influenza and confirmed that there is no swine flu infection that caused 2009 swine flu pandemic in the state. Talking to ABP Live, Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian said: “There’s no swine flu cases in the state. Overall 282 …

Experts prescribe caution as Delhi records 43 swine flu cases this year
2 years, 4 months ago

Experts prescribe caution as Delhi records 43 swine flu cases this year

Hindustan Times  

The Capital has recorded 43 cases of H1N1 flu till August 31 this year, data from the state government’s health department showed, with experts advising residents of the city to wear masks and wash hands regularly to prevent the infection from spreading. Health experts said swine flu and Covid-19 shared a lot of symptoms, stressing the importance of getting tested …

After a lull, H1N1 cases on the rise again in Karnataka
2 years, 4 months ago

After a lull, H1N1 cases on the rise again in Karnataka

The Hindu  

Along with a host of viral and vector-borne ailments, Karnataka is also under the grip of H1N1 influenza. Last year, when the second wave of COVID-19 had overwhelmed the State’s infrastructure, only 13 H1N1 cases were reported. According to data from the State Health and Family Welfare Department, a total of 458 H1N1 cases and three deaths were reported in …

Chennai logs 19 Covid-19 cases in last 24 hours, highest in TN
2 years, 7 months ago

Chennai logs 19 Covid-19 cases in last 24 hours, highest in TN

India Today  

Tamil Nadu witnessed a slight dip in the number of Covid-19 cases with 35 cases in the last 24 hours with Chennai recording 19 coronavirus infections. The state reported zero Covid-19 deaths, keeping the death toll unchanged at 38,025 and the active cases stood at 331. The data from the state health department reveals that 33 out of 38 districts …

Tamil Nadu Sees Uptick in Covid Cases Among Kids Since June Amid 3rd Wave Threat
3 years, 4 months ago

Tamil Nadu Sees Uptick in Covid Cases Among Kids Since June Amid 3rd Wave Threat

News 18  

The share of children among Covid-19 patients in Tamil Nadu has been steadily increasing, data over the past few months show, raising concerns among health experts at a time when India is bracing for a possible third wave. According to the Tamil Nadu health department, there was only 6% of the total 20,326 Covid-19 cases among children in January. Dr …

Tamil Nadu Covid-19 Tally Breaches 26-lakh Mark With 1,630 Fresh Infections
3 years, 4 months ago

Tamil Nadu Covid-19 Tally Breaches 26-lakh Mark With 1,630 Fresh Infections

News 18  

Tamil Nadu continued to record a dip in the number of daily cases as the state added 1,630 fresh infections on Sunday, pushing its tally to 26,00,885. As many as 23 people have succumbed to the disease, taking the toll to 34,709 so far, a medical bulletin said.Recoveries eclipsed new infections with 1,827 people getting discharged in the last 24 …

Spike in Covid-19 cases in Tamil Nadu, health minister says rise due to increase in testing
3 years, 5 months ago

Spike in Covid-19 cases in Tamil Nadu, health minister says rise due to increase in testing

India Today  

Covid-19 cases have shown an increase in Tamil Nadu in the last four days with a rise in daily positive cases of coronavirus. Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramaian, meanwhile, has attributed the rise in cases to the high RT-PCR tests being done in the state. The health minister said the number of RT-PCR tests done in a single district …

Tamil Nadu Reports 2,079 New Covid-19 Cases, 29 Fatalities
3 years, 5 months ago

Tamil Nadu Reports 2,079 New Covid-19 Cases, 29 Fatalities

News 18  

Tamil Nadu reported 2,079 new COVID-19 cases, including a returnee from Andhra Pradesh, pushing the tally to 25,35,402, the Health department said on Sunday. Recoveries outnumbered new coronavirus infections with 2,743 people getting discharged, aggregating to 24,73,781 leaving 27,897 active cases in the state, a medical bulletin said. As many as 30 districts reported new infections in double digits, while …

Tamil Nadu Records Further Decline in New Covid-19 Infections
3 years, 6 months ago

Tamil Nadu Records Further Decline in New Covid-19 Infections

News 18  

Tamil Nadu on Monday recorded 12,772 new COVID-19 cases and 254 deaths, the Health Department said. Recoveries continued to eclipse new infections with 25,561 people getting discharged from various hospitals, totalling to 21,99,808 leaving 1,36,884 active cases, a medical bulletin said. Appealing to people to extend support by strictly following COVID-19 behaviour, he said, “On account of the measures taken …

Rising cases, overstretched health infra: TN struggles to battle 2nd Covid wave
3 years, 7 months ago

Rising cases, overstretched health infra: TN struggles to battle 2nd Covid wave

Hindustan Times  

On May 19, Tamil Nadu reported 35,875 new Covid-19 cases — the highest in terms of daily count in India. The seven-day average of new infections in the state has gone from 24,735 new cases a day a week ago to 31,137 for the week ending Sunday, an increase of 26% in seven days — the highest week-on-week growth of …

Tamil Nadu reports 2,516 fresh cases today, death toll crosses 11,000
4 years, 2 months ago

Tamil Nadu reports 2,516 fresh cases today, death toll crosses 11,000

Live Mint  

Continuing to register a dip in new infections, Tamil Nadu on Wednesday recorded 2,516 fresh COVID-19 cases pushing the tally to 7,16,751, while the death toll mounted to 11,018 with 35 more deaths, as the government said the pandemic was under control. The pandemic, however, was under control in the state due to a multi-pronged approach of the government, Palaniswami …

Tamil Nadu: Curious statistics
4 years, 2 months ago

Tamil Nadu: Curious statistics

The Hindu  

Kamaraj Road in R.A. Puram in Chennai is literally a stone’s throw from Greenways Road, which houses the residences of the Chief Minister and other Ministers. The lack of awareness and the general push to bury COVID in the news cycle are all too visible across Tamil Nadu despite the number of infections and the death of prominent people from …

Fifth of Chennai residents exposed to Covid: Survey
4 years, 4 months ago

Fifth of Chennai residents exposed to Covid: Survey

Hindustan Times  

A fifth of the population of Chennai has been exposed to the Covid-19 disease causing Sars-CoV-2 virus, a serological survey conducted in the capital city, has found. “The data helps us to identify zones where prevalence is low so we can intensify measures to control the virus.” A seroprevalance of 20% is enough to indicate that a city has reached …

Marked decline in swine flu cases this year
4 years, 4 months ago

Marked decline in swine flu cases this year

The Hindu  

This year, India has officially recorded 2,721 cases and 44 confirmed deaths from swine flu so far, a marked decline from last year when 28,798 cases were reported. Possible winter ‘spike’ Officials say the relatively low number of cases this year didn’t mean that there would be fewer cases this year. He said the use of masks and social distancing …

In contrast to initial stages, districts now push tally
4 years, 5 months ago

In contrast to initial stages, districts now push tally

The Hindu  

An analysis of COVID-19 cases over the last few weeks shows how the pandemic has thoroughly spread across Tamil Nadu. In contrast to the initial stages of the pandemic, when Chennai and its surrounding districts accounted for more than 75% of the cases, the region now accounts for below 60%. AsCOVID-19 cases continue to surge in Tamil Nadu, the data …

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