Swine Flu Cases Surge in Mumbai: Do’s and Don’ts to Protect Yourself
3 years, 2 months ago

Swine Flu Cases Surge in Mumbai: Do’s and Don’ts to Protect Yourself

The Quint  

Get vaccinated The main way to prevent is to get vaccinated even before the onset of winter. Remember, a seasonal flu vaccine cannot prevent swine flu, H1N1 vaccine is separate. Avoid any close contact with sick people Avoid being close with someone who has a cough, runny nose, or other flu symptoms. Stay home if you have symptoms Don't step out of the house if you get flu-like symptoms. Unless you're going to get medical care, stay home to avoid infecting others.

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Chennai, Mumbai on high alert for flu: What you need to know
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Chennai, Mumbai on high alert for flu: What you need to know

New Indian Express  

Flu season in India typically occurs during the monsoon and post-monsoon months, as the increased humidity following cooler weather creates an environment conducive to the spread of viruses. Types of flu found in India In India, several strains of the flu or influenza virus are commonly found, particularly during the monsoon and post-monsoon seasons. Influenza B Influenza B viruses are …

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 …

Mumbai sees usual rise in flu cases with monsoon arrival
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai sees usual rise in flu cases with monsoon arrival

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: As the monsoon hits Mumbai, the city is witnessing an increase in viral flu cases, particularly dengue and swine flu. Dr. Neeraj Tulara, an Infectious Disease specialist at Dr. L H Hiranandani Hospital, said, “We have had around 100 cases related to dengue and swine flu since last week. People come with symptoms like high-grade fever, cough, severe throat …

Swine flu defense 101: Stay ahead of H1N1 infection by taking these proactive measures for prevention and safety
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Swine flu defense 101: Stay ahead of H1N1 infection by taking these proactive measures for prevention and safety

Hindustan Times  

Swine flu defense 101: Stay ahead of H1N1 infection by taking these proactive measures for prevention and safety Beat swine flu and stop the spread of H1N1 influenza virus with these expert safety tips to combat the infection. 1 / 7 View Photos in a new improved layout Looking for prevention steps to stay safe and as swine flu spreads …

Swine flu outbreak in Assam: Symptoms and precautions
8 months ago

Swine flu outbreak in Assam: Symptoms and precautions

Hindustan Times  

Several cases of swine flu infections have been reported in Assam's Barak Valley, including one death, where health department officials are using Accredited Social Health Activist, Auxiliary Nurse Midwife and other frontline workers to examine if the virus has spread to other parts of the district. Swine flu outbreak in Assam: Symptoms and precautions In an interview with HT Lifestyle, …

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. …

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 …

Docs advise H1N1 vaccine for more groups
2 years, 3 months ago

Docs advise H1N1 vaccine for more groups

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: With swine flu cases remaining high and affecting people of all ages, doctors are now urging more people, rather than just those at high risk, to get the vaccine. As a result, doctors are either advising everyone to get the vaccine or expanding the groups of people they advise to get vaccinated. Dr Tapaswi Krishna, a pulmonologist at Gleneagles …

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 …

Swine flu: Warning signs and symptoms, treatments, key precautions to avoid H1N1
2 years, 4 months ago

Swine flu: Warning signs and symptoms, treatments, key precautions to avoid H1N1

Hindustan Times  

H1N1 is simply one of the strains of the influenza virus, that causes H1N1 flu, also commonly called “swine flu” as it was originally found in pigs. Swine flu: Warning signs and symptoms, treatments, key precautions to avoid H1N1 Symptoms and warning signs: In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Vikram Vora, Medical Director, India Subcontinent – International SOS, shared, …

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 …

No Swine Flu in Coimbatore, Only Mild Influenza, Says District Administration
3 years, 1 month ago

No Swine Flu in Coimbatore, Only Mild Influenza, Says District Administration

News 18  

Collector of Coimbatore district Dr S Sameeran on Tuesday said two patients undergoing treatment here were suffering from mild influenza and not swine flu as was reported in a section of the press. There is no cause for concern as the medical team from the district Health Department conducted an inquiry which confirmed that there was no H1N1, also known …

Flu cases on the rise; doctors say wearing mask and washing hands are a must
3 years, 2 months ago

Flu cases on the rise; doctors say wearing mask and washing hands are a must

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Flu cases are on a rise. With clinics and hospitals reporting flu cases in increasing numbers, experts say this is because these people might not be wearing masks properly and not doing the regular hand-wash. With RTPCR tests and throat swabs being done to detect Covid19 and swine flu, medical experts say there is a need to develop more …

MP Health Dept Warns of Increased Risk of Swine Flu amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Weather Changes
4 years, 2 months ago

MP Health Dept Warns of Increased Risk of Swine Flu amid Covid-19 Pandemic, Weather Changes

News 18  

The risk of swine flu has increased in Madhya Pradesh with the change in weather amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The state Health Department has issued guidelines to its officials to deal with the possible threat of swine flu and asked for immediate measures to tackle any eventuality. The Directorate of Health has written to all the Chief Medical and …

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 …

Amid COVID-19 scare, Meerut grapples with swine flu
4 years, 10 months ago

Amid COVID-19 scare, Meerut grapples with swine flu

The Hindu  

While Delhi-NCR is grappling with the COVID-19 scare, with one case of COVID-19 reported from Ghaziabad on Thursday, neighbouring Meerut is reeling under the effect of H1N1 influenza, popularly known as swine flu. Last year, we had 380 cases of swine flu,” he said. “Swine flu becomes fatal when the patient’s immunity level is low,” he said. Besides, swine flu, …

Swine flu is back: Here's how you can prevent this deadly disease
4 years, 10 months ago

Swine flu is back: Here's how you can prevent this deadly disease

Firstpost  

As per data provided by NCDC, a total of 884 cases had been recorded this year with 14 resulting in death, as of 16th February. The judges, advocates and the court staff are advised to get the swine flu vaccination to prevent the spread of this deadly respiratory disease. What is swine flu Swine flu is a type of influenza …

Amid Coronavirus outbreak, take precaution against swine flu also
4 years, 10 months ago

Amid Coronavirus outbreak, take precaution against swine flu also

India TV News  

Amid the ongoing novel coronavirus outbreak, fresh cases of H1N1 virus causing swine flu have emerged in India. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Tuesday, five judges of the Supreme Court were infected by H1N1 virus causing swine flu, while three of them have resumed duties, two were recuperating and were being kept in isolation in …

150 swine flu cases in Telangana
4 years, 11 months ago

150 swine flu cases in Telangana

Deccan Chronicle  

As many as 150 people have tested positive for swine flu in Telangana so far and experts fear that the number may increase in coming days. "So far, we have tested around 370 people for swine flu, out of which 150 have reported positive. After dengue season is over, swine flu season starts in September month every year, which will …

Swine flu has claimed more than 1,000 lives in India this year: Here's what you need to know about this viral disease
5 years, 3 months ago

Swine flu has claimed more than 1,000 lives in India this year: Here's what you need to know about this viral disease

Firstpost  

More than 27,000 people have already been diagnosed with swine flu and 1,167 have died from the disease in India this year. A highly contagious viral disease, swine flu occurs as a result of Influenza A infection - there are close to 30 subtypes of this virus, only three are known to cause swine flu. Research shows that most cases …

Hyderabad: Officials fear swine flu outbreak
5 years, 4 months ago

Hyderabad: Officials fear swine flu outbreak

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: A dip in temperature has raised the fear of swine flu, with two cases being detected in the last week of August. Mass gatherings due to the festival season and movement of crowds from one place to another has led to fears that swine flu may see an early advent in the city. A senior government health official explained, …

Swine flu toll rises to 112 in Rajasthan: 79 cases detected as state suffers one of the worst outbreaks
5 years, 10 months ago

Swine flu toll rises to 112 in Rajasthan: 79 cases detected as state suffers one of the worst outbreaks

Firstpost  

As many as 79 fresh cases of swine flu were detected in Rajasthan, according to data issued by the state’s health department, taking the toll of this year up to 112. Jaipur: As many as 79 fresh cases of swine flu were detected in Rajasthan on Monday, according to data issued by the state’s health department. Meanwhile, five people died …

Swine flu claims 250 lives in country this year
5 years, 11 months ago

Swine flu claims 250 lives in country this year

The Hindu  

Swine flu has so far claimed over 250 lives in the country this year so far with 30 more deaths due to the disease being reported in last three days till February 7. With the number of swine flu cases going up, the health ministry has asked the states to bolster their surveillance for early detection of the disease and …

Swine flu wreaks havoc in India: 226 deaths reported so far in 2019; Delhi records second highest cases
5 years, 11 months ago

Swine flu wreaks havoc in India: 226 deaths reported so far in 2019; Delhi records second highest cases

India TV News  

Swine flu has claimed as many as 226 lives so far this year with 31 more lives lost in a week till Monday. Till January 28, Delhi was third in the number of swine flu cases after Rajasthan and Gujarat, however now it is in the second position registering 1,011 cases, with 479 new cases recorded in the last one …

Swine flu wreaks havoc: Ex-Himachal Pradesh CM Virbhadra Singh diagnosed with H1N1 influenza, toll in Rajasthan reaches 75
5 years, 11 months ago

Swine flu wreaks havoc: Ex-Himachal Pradesh CM Virbhadra Singh diagnosed with H1N1 influenza, toll in Rajasthan reaches 75

India TV News  

The H1N1 influenza or swine flu continue to spread across the nation as the toll registers a steady rise. The viral disease, which had recently forced BJP chief Amit Shah to check in into AIIMS for a few days, has now arrested Former Himachal Pradesh Chief MInister Virbhadra Singh. Last week, Rajasthan's Health and Family Welfare Minister Raghu Sharma appealed …

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