Karnataka reports first H3N2 virus death
1 year, 9 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 on March 6 after the victim’s death and health officials are conducting surveillance in the area to trace the primary and secondary contacts of the victim. Earlier this week, health minister Sudhakar held a meeting with the technical advisory committee and senior officials in the state in view of the sudden spike in H3N2 virus infection.

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Most number of deaths by H1N1 in Punjab, Kerala, and Gujarat
3 months, 4 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 …

Assam: 4-month-old baby dies due to swine flu, second H1N1 death in state
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Assam: 4-month-old baby dies due to swine flu, second H1N1 death in state

Hindustan Times  

A 4-month-old child died in Assam’s Silchar Medical College and Hospital on Tuesday after he was infected with the H1N1 virus, making it the second death due to swine flu in the last three days in the state. SMCH principal Dr Bhaskar Gupta said, “He was suffering from other issues and the H1N1 virus made it worse.” Cachar district joint …

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, 2 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, 3 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 cases on downward spiral, say docs
1 year, 8 months ago

H3N2 cases on downward spiral, say docs

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Doctors and medical experts posited a possible decrease in the H3N2 viral infection cases over the past week, with people aged around 65 years especially affected, which may come as a relief to residents. Dr Narahari Bapanapally, a pediatrician in Nagarkurnool Government Hospital, said, “Surprisingly, this year, the number of cases and severity of the influenza has been higher …

Erring on the side of caution as influenza cases rise in Andhra Pradesh
1 year, 8 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 …

How H3N2 differs from COVID-19?
1 year, 9 months ago

How H3N2 differs from COVID-19?

Live Mint  

Reports of the H3N2 influenza virus spreading in India, and there is concern about the potential for it to cause illness and spread further. However, it's important to note that H3N2 is a type of seasonal flu virus that has been circulating for many years and is not a new sub-variant that has emerged after COVID-19. While the symptoms of …

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 …

Madhya Pradesh reports first H3N2 infection in Bhopal, patient in home isolation
1 year, 9 months ago

Madhya Pradesh reports first H3N2 infection in Bhopal, patient in home isolation

India TV News  

H3N2 infection: Madhya Pradesh Medical Education Minister Vishwas Sarang on Thursday confirmed that the first case of H3N2 infection had been reported in the state capital, Bhopal. Seasonal influenza is an acute respiratory tract infection caused by 4 distinct types of viruses- Influenza A, B, C and D belonging to the Orthomyxoviridae family. India usually witnesses two peaks of seasonal …

H3N2 Influenza 73-Year-Old Dies Due To H3N2 Virus In Maharashtra Pimpri Chinchwad
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 Influenza 73-Year-Old Dies Due To H3N2 Virus In Maharashtra Pimpri Chinchwad

ABP News  

A 73-year-old man who tested positive for H3N2 virus died during treatment in Maharashtra's Pimpri Chinchwad on Thursday. Two days ago, he tested positive for H3N2," Dr Laxman Gophane, medical officer at PCMC, told PTI. Dr Gophane appealed to citizens not to panic and consult doctors if they exhibit symptoms of the H3N2 virus. On Wednesday, Maharashtra Health Minister Tanaji …

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. …

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. …

H3N2 Influenza Cases Surge: What You Need To Know
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 Influenza Cases Surge: What You Need To Know

News 18  

The influenza virus has long been a global health concern, with millions of cases reported each year. However, in recent months, there has been a sharp rise in the number of reported cases of H3N2, a strain of the influenza virus known for its severity. Dr Kuldeep Kumar Grover, Head of critical care and Pulmonology, CK Birla Hospital, Gurgaon, says, …

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 Flu Treatment Prevention What Makes It More Deadly Than Other Influenza Strains Here Is What Experts Say
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 Flu Treatment Prevention What Makes It More Deadly Than Other Influenza Strains Here Is What Experts Say

ABP News  

H3N2 flu cases in India are on the rise, with several children and people belonging to older age groups being hospitalised. Medications to treat H3N2 flu H3N2 flu can be treated through antiviral medications, which must be administered within two days of the onset of symptoms, experts say. “The same influenza antiviral drugs used to treat seasonal flu can treat …

H3N2: What states are doing to curb virus surge
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2: What states are doing to curb virus surge

Live Mint  

Amid the looming concerns of the H3N2 virus in the country, several states are taking steps to curb the virus. Meanwhile, the Union Ministry of Health on Friday said that the cases arising from seasonal influenza including H3N2 are expected to decline from March end. Maharashtra Maharashtra health minister Tanaji Sawant noted that 352 patients of the H3N2 virus have …

H3N2: Jaipur woman recovers from viral infection a month after testing positive
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2: Jaipur woman recovers from viral infection a month after testing positive

Live Mint  

Amid alarmingly surging cases of the Influenza A subtype H3N2 virus cases in the country, according to a media report, a 38 year old woman has recovered from the fatal virus, almost a month after testing positive for the same. According to the report published by Times of India, the 38 year old woman had developed bilateral pneumonia when she …

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 …

H3N2 outbreak: Puducherry schools to remain shut from March 16-26
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 outbreak: Puducherry schools to remain shut from March 16-26

Hindustan Times  

Amid the spike in cases of H3N2 virus, Puducherry government announced that all schools upto class 8 will remain closed from 16 March to 26 March in the union territory. Read here: H3N2 virus: ‘No need to panic’, says Maha health minister after spike in cases Speaking in the assembly, Education Minister A Nammasivayam said that in view of spread …

Maharashtra Sees 2 H3N2 'Deaths', 361 Patients Test +ve; Puducherry Schools Shut from Tomorrow
1 year, 9 months ago

Maharashtra Sees 2 H3N2 'Deaths', 361 Patients Test +ve; Puducherry Schools Shut from Tomorrow

News 18  

Maharashtra on Wednesday reported two suspected deaths due to the H3N2 virus. India is reeling under concerns of viral infection as the H3N2 influenza virus, swine flu, and Covid-19 cases, are all seeing a spike in the country. Maharashtra’s Suspected H3N2 Death Case A 23-year-old was the first suspected victim in Maharashtra’s Ahmednagar, whose death was caused by the H3N2 …

H3N2 virus spread: Puducherry shuts schools for classes 1 to 8 for 10 days as cases rise
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 virus spread: Puducherry shuts schools for classes 1 to 8 for 10 days as cases rise

India Today  

With the spike in infections caused by the H3N2 virus, Puducherry has shut schools for classes 1 to 8 for 10 days from March 16. H3N2 VIRUS IN INDIA The H3N2 virus cases are rapidly increasing in India, with people facing respiratory problems. According to data shared by the Union Health Ministry on Friday, India has reported 451 cases of …

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 …

Delhi hospitals witness spike in H3N2 cases, hospitals prepare for emergency
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi hospitals witness spike in H3N2 cases, hospitals prepare for emergency

Live Mint  

Delhi is witnessing a rise in the number of H3N2 influenza cases with doctors claiming a 150% spike in OPD patients coming with complaints related to symptoms of the influenza virus. Dr. Viny Kantroo, Consultant, Respiratory, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine Consultant, at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, told news agency PTI that the sudden spike in cases can be attributed to …

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 …

H3N2, Flu: Cocktail of Viruses Not Alarming but Seasonal, Says ICMR-National Influenza Centre Head
1 year, 9 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 …

Will H3N2 virus influenza turn into the next Covid pandemic? Here is what experts say
1 year, 9 months ago

Will H3N2 virus influenza turn into the next Covid pandemic? Here is what experts say

India TV News  

The latest H3N2 virus is affecting an increasing number of people every day in India, causing concern among the public. Dr. Dhiren Gupta from Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi explained that the sudden spike in cases is due to the lack of exposure to the influenza virus in children during the Covid-induced lockdowns in the past two years. As the …

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 …

H3N2 Influenza: State readies hospitals, diagnostic facilities
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 Influenza: State readies hospitals, diagnostic facilities

Hindustan Times  

Uttar Pradesh on Monday issued guidelines for the daily reporting of H3N2 Influenza cases by hospitals and diagnostic centres. Samples taken from suspected cases should be tested for ILI, SARI and adenoviruses; reports must be uploaded on the integrated health information platform,” the guidelines issued by director general-medical health Dr Lilly Singh on Monday read. CMOs were also instructed to …

H3N2 Influenza: Signs and symptoms of severe illness to watch out for
1 year, 9 months ago

H3N2 Influenza: Signs and symptoms of severe illness to watch out for

Hindustan Times  

H3N2 Influenza, a subtype of Influenza A virus has been spreading fast in India with around 90 cases so far and 2 deaths. Low blood pressure: Low blood pressure can occur if a person with severe H3N2 influenza is experiencing dehydration or sepsis. High rate of breathing: A high rate of breathing can occur if a person with severe H3N2 …

A.P. Government gears up to combat viral fevers amidst growing fear of resurgence of Coronavirus
1 year, 9 months ago

A.P. Government gears up to combat viral fevers amidst growing fear of resurgence of Coronavirus

The Hindu  

A slow but steady increase in the number of fever cases across the State prompted the Andhra Pradesh Government to conduct a survey to know if the situation warrants an alarm due to the word going around that the emerging viruses could be a manifestation of Coronavirus. But, the M&HD is taking the cases seriously in compliance with instructions issued …

Why everyone's talking about the H3N2 virus
1 year, 9 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 …

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 …

Amid rising H3N2, Centre raises concern over Covid positivity rate in some states, pitches for more surveillance
1 year, 9 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 …

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 …

‘Like swine flu, even milder…no need to panic’: Haryana health minister on H3N2
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Like swine flu, even milder…no need to panic’: Haryana health minister on H3N2

Hindustan Times  

Haryana health minister Anil Vij on Friday said the state has reported 10 cases of H3N2 subtype of seasonal influenza so far but stressed there was no need to panic. Vij said the H3N2 virus is milder than the H1N1 strain that causes swine flu. "Regarding death of the patient, we have written to the health department to investigate whether …

India reports first H3N2 deaths, one each from Karnataka, Haryana: Govt
1 year, 9 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, 9 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, 9 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, 9 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 …

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