New influenza strains surface

Two other influenza virus strains have been detected in samples analysed this year. Apart from H1N1-- H3N2 and influenza B strains have also been found.

Two other influenza virus strains have been detected in samples analysed this year. Apart from H1N1-- H3N2 and influenza B strains have also been found.

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The Delhi government has decided there is no need for vaccination against the disease in the present scenario, and no prophylactic treatment is required in most cases, except high-risk people mostly above 65 years of age. No hospitalization is necessary in patients showing mild symptoms, however, people need to be careful and if symptoms persist for more than 5 days and become severe, one must see a doctor.