Managing Influenza in Winter: Know the importance of early diagnosis
1 day, 6 hours ago

Managing Influenza in Winter: Know the importance of early diagnosis

India TV News  

Influenza most commonly known as flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by Influenza viruses. The crucial role of early detection in managing flu outbreaks: When we spoke to Dr Pranav Gupta, Consultant and Head, Molecular Biology Regional Reference Lab, Apollo Diagnostic Delhi, he said that early detection of influenza cases is essential for prompt outbreak management. Early diagnosis also helps isolate affected those with flu, promote vaccination, and increase public awareness about preventive measures thereby raising awareness about flu. Molecular testing plays a pivotal role in distinguishing influenza from other illnesses and initiating appropriate treatment and effective outbreak control in children and the elderly who are vulnerable populations. Additionally, everyone should also eat a balanced diet, exercise indoors, maintain personal and hand hygiene, wear masks, avoid being around sick people or crowded places, and not ignore symptoms such as fever or constant coughing.

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Winter brings surge in respiratory viruses, including COVID-19 variant: Here's how you can protect yourself
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Winter brings surge in respiratory viruses, including COVID-19 variant: Here's how you can protect yourself

Hindustan Times  

Winter is here, inflicting its usual array of symptoms — coughs, nasal congestion, fatigue and fever — and, this year, a new COVID-19 variant is dominating the scoreboard. It’s important to take care of yourself if you’re a parent or caregiver of young children, said Sonney who is immediate past president of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. "Despite …

Flu season is here; important tips to prevent influenza in kids
1 year ago

Flu season is here; important tips to prevent influenza in kids

Hindustan Times  

As the mercury drops, the threat of winter illnesses go up. Kids, with their underdeveloped immune systems, not only face an elevated risk of contracting the flu but also grapple with severe complications. Preventive measures for kids "Encouraging regular hand washing and proper respiratory hygiene can also make a difference, as these simple practices help limit the spread of germs …

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 …

Hyderabad reports spike in mysterious respiratory virus cases: Report
1 year, 4 months ago

Hyderabad reports spike in mysterious respiratory virus cases: Report

Live Mint  

Over the past few weeks, Hyderabad has been witnessing a spike in mysterious respiratory virus cases with symptoms similar to adenovirus, influenza, and Swine Flu. Dr. Syed Abdul Aleem, Consultant - Pulmonology CARE Hospitals, Musheerabad, Hyderabad said, “We have been seeing an acute febrile viral illness for the past 6-8 weeks now and we have observed coryzal symptoms in these …

H3N2 Influenza: Most effective techniques to diagnose it; know if you are at risk
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 Influenza: Most effective techniques to diagnose it; know if you are at risk

Hindustan Times  

H3N2 Influenza virus has been increasing the number of hospitalisation cases in Delhi and surrounding areas and while most cases out of the 1000 detected in the country have been mild, government advisory has warned people to take precautions like cleanliness, preventing crowding, and hand hygiene. All viral respiratory illnesses be it influenza A- H3N2, H1N1 variant, novel coronavirus 19, …

Explained | All about H3N2 virus: symptoms, prevention, and cure
1 year, 9 months ago

Explained | All about H3N2 virus: symptoms, prevention, and cure

The Hindu  

The story so far: At least two people have succumbed to the H3N2 subtype of seasonal influenza in India, the Health Ministry confirmed last week. About half of all inpatient severe acute respiratory infections and outpatient illnesses displaying influenza-like symptoms seen in surveillance data collected between December 15, 2022, and March 10, 2023, were found to have been H3N2 infections. …

H3N2, Flu: Cocktail of Viruses Not Alarming but Seasonal, Says ICMR-National Influenza Centre Head
1 year, 10 months ago

H3N2, Flu: Cocktail of Viruses Not Alarming but Seasonal, Says ICMR-National Influenza Centre Head

News 18  

The “cocktail of viruses” in the air, which has increased infection from H3N2, Type B influenza, adenovirus and Covid-19, is not alarming but a usual trend, the chief of ICMR-run National Influenza Centre has told News18.com. Adenovirus Circulation Not ‘Bad’ Potdar, who heads the influenza division under NIV, said the adenovirus circulation is “not bad” and “around 6% positivity was …

Why everyone's talking about the H3N2 virus
1 year, 10 months ago

Why everyone's talking about the H3N2 virus

India Today  

Since the 1918 influenza pandemic, it has been a while since the flu virus was in the news for making an average, healthy person very sick. Dr Sandeep Nayar, senior director and head of department - chest & respiratory diseases, BLK Max Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi, has even had patients admitted to the ICU after their blood oxygen levels …

Explained: What Is Influenza A Virus Subtype H3N2? Know Its Symptoms, Prevention And Treatment
1 year, 10 months ago

Explained: What Is Influenza A Virus Subtype H3N2? Know Its Symptoms, Prevention And Treatment

ABP News  

India reported its first two deaths from Influenza Virus A subtype H3N2 this week, in Karnataka and Haryana. H3N2, a human seasonal influenza virus Influenza viruses are of four types: A, B, C and D. Seasonal epidemics of disease in people, also known as flu season, are caused by Influenza A and B viruses. In India, a structured surveillance network …

Amid rising H3N2, Centre raises concern over Covid positivity rate in some states, pitches for more surveillance
1 year, 10 months ago

Amid rising H3N2, Centre raises concern over Covid positivity rate in some states, pitches for more surveillance

Hindustan Times  

Amid a rise in cases of the seasonal influenza subtype H3N2, the Centre on Saturday expressed concern over a gradual increase in the COVID-19 positivity rate in some states and said it needed to be promptly addressed. The Centre requested all states and Union territories to follow operational guidelines for integrated surveillance of respiratory pathogens presenting as cases of influenza-like …

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 …

Rising cases of cough and fever linked to Influenza subtype A H3N2: ICMR
1 year, 10 months ago

Rising cases of cough and fever linked to Influenza subtype A H3N2: ICMR

The Hindu  

Rising cases of intense cough lasting for over a week coupled with fever, observed in most parts of the country, can be linked to Influenza A H3N2, a subtype of a virus that causes flu, the Indian Council of Medical Research said on Saturday. “Surveillance data from December 15 reflects the rise in number of cases of Influenza A H3N2,” …

Spring influenza cases on the rise: Know symptoms, precautions and treatment
1 year, 10 months ago

Spring influenza cases on the rise: Know symptoms, precautions and treatment

India TV News  

The country is experiencing a significant rise in influenza cases over the past few weeks, causing people to suffer from painful coughs. It is not as severe as the influenza A virus, but symptoms include fever, chills, sore throat, coughing, runny nose, and sneezing, fatigue, and body aches. To avoid getting the flu, Dr. Khilnani recommends avoiding crowded places, practicing …

Influenza to pneumonia; symptoms of common winter illnesses that are fast spreading
2 years, 1 month ago

Influenza to pneumonia; symptoms of common winter illnesses that are fast spreading

Hindustan Times  

Rise in influenza cases in United States and many countries in Europe has become a cause of concern for health authorities. Cold, flus, respiratory illnesses, skin issues, and even gut problems are rampant in winter season and to remain healthy during the season, one should make sure to take prevention measures. Cold, flus, respiratory illnesses, skin issues, and even gut …

How To Differentiate COVID, Flu And RSV
2 years, 2 months ago

How To Differentiate COVID, Flu And RSV

Huff Post  

ljubaphoto via Getty Images Experts share how to tell what virus you might have. Madhavan said there is no guarantee that you’ll have this side effect even if you have COVID-19, but if you do, it’s likely a sign of the virus and not the flu or RSV. Additionally, Fayanju noted that flu can “lower the body’s natural defenses” and …

Covid-19 in winter: How to prepare during the colder months
3 years, 1 month ago

Covid-19 in winter: How to prepare during the colder months

CNN  

CNN — Winter is almost here. She is also author of a new book, “Lifelines: A Doctor’s Journey in the Fight for Public Health,” and the mother of two young kids. In many places, you need to get a doctor’s note to obtain a PCR test or you may need to go to an urgent care to be seen. Because …

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