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influenza virus news

Cardiologist shares 10 cautionary pointers about flu season

Confidence and immunity are not the same when it comes to the common flu, warns Dr Yaranov.
Updated on Jan 30, 2026 11:30 am IST

Catholic influencer Paul Kim’s 5-year-old son dies from severe case of flu

Catholic influencer Paul Kim has opened up about the death of his 5-year-old son.
Published on Jan 05, 2026 06:17 am IST

Bengaluru faces surge in seasonal flu cases as winter sets in: Report

Medical experts warned vulnerable populations to seek timely treatment and emphasized the importance of public health measures amidst the rising infections in Bengaluru amid cold weather.
Published on Jan 01, 2026 09:46 am IST

H3N2 flu: Symptoms, precautions, treatment. All you need to know

The symptoms of H3N2 influenza include difficulty in breathing, high fever that lasts up to 3 to 4 days, sore throat, along with cough and cold
Published on Sept 13, 2025 03:35 pm IST

Borderlands 4: Release date, time, where to play, editions and more

Borderlands 4 release date, time and more
Published on Sept 08, 2025 09:20 pm IST

6 vital tips for parents to protect children during monsoon

Children play in flooded water after heavy monsoon rains. Doctor recommends 6 ways parents can keep kids safe from deadly infections this rainy season.
Updated on Jul 10, 2025 03:13 pm IST

Pope Francis, 88, to deliver Angelus from Santa Marta amid health concerns

As a precaution, Pope Francis, who recently turned 88 and has been unwell with a severe cold, will lead the customary Sunday Angelus prayer from inside his home.
Published on Dec 21, 2024 10:48 pm IST

Flu virus lingers in raw milk for days, study raises alarming health concerns

Study reveals raw milk may harbor infectious flu virus
Updated on Dec 15, 2024 04:57 pm IST

Viral fever in monsoon: Types, prevention and treatment

Visitors at Kartavya Path amid monsoon rain in New Delhi, India. Monsoon season health guide: Expert tips on managing viral fever and infections during rainy season
Published on Aug 17, 2024 08:33 pm IST

Swine flu outbreak in Assam: Symptoms and precautions

Swine flu outbreak in Assam: Symptoms and precautions
Published on May 06, 2024 08:24 pm IST

Why flu vaccines are needed before summer ends and rainy season begins?

Why flu vaccines are needed before summer ends and rainy season begins?
Published on May 03, 2024 08:10 pm IST

Disease X: Next pandemic could stem from deadly virus: Scientists warn

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Updated on Apr 21, 2024 11:24 am IST

Bird flu outbreak in Kerala: Should you be concerned? Symptoms, prevention tips

Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a viral infection that primarily affects birds. However, in some cases, it can spread to humans, causing illness ranging from mild to severe.
Published on Apr 18, 2024 02:11 pm IST

Children born in October least likely to get influenza: Study

Children born in October least likely to get influenza: Study
Published on Feb 23, 2024 03:12 pm IST

11 ways to prevent common cold, flu and other winter illnesses

11 ways to prevent common cold, flu and other winter illnesses
Updated on Jan 25, 2024 12:13 am IST

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

Kids, with their underdeveloped immune systems, not only face an elevated risk of contracting the flu but also grapple with severe complications.
Published on Dec 19, 2023 02:16 pm IST

K'taka health dept issues advisory on respiratory illnesses after surge in China

The department warned that infants, the elderly, pregnant women, the immunocompromised and those taking long-term medications are more at risk of infection. (For representation)
Published on Nov 29, 2023 09:48 am IST

One of two suspected dengue deaths had influenza and dengue fever: PCMC officials

PCMC confirmed on Sunday that one of the two suspected dengue deaths reported last week in Jadhavwadi was caused by a mixed infection of influenza virus and dengue fever (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)
Updated on Sept 24, 2023 06:46 pm IST

Lung cells induce immune response to influenza: Study

Lung cells induce immune response to influenza: Study
Published on Sept 02, 2023 09:13 am IST

Ways to rebuild immunity with natural supplements post an attack of Influenza A

Ways to rebuild immunity with natural supplements post an attack of Influenza A
Published on Mar 29, 2023 04:12 pm IST

Should we worry about spike in Covid cases amid H3N2 scare?

Reduction in immunization for other disease like influenza due to emphasis on covid vaccination is also one of the reasons of increasing cold and cough cases.
Published on Mar 22, 2023 03:29 pm IST

Bird flu outbreak: Will it cause the next pandemic?

If a single bird in a flock is infected with avian influenza, the entire flock has to be culled.
Published on Mar 20, 2023 01:57 pm IST

H3N2 Influenza: Effective ways to diagnose, risk factors

All viral respiratory illnesses be it influenza A- H3N2, H1N1 variant, novel coronavirus 19, and omicron sub variant, are steadily increasing, because of host of environmental factors (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)
Published on Mar 20, 2023 02:09 pm IST

Madhya Pradesh reports first case of H3N2 influennza

H3N2: The patient is currently recovering at home, (Representative Image)
Published on Mar 17, 2023 03:41 pm IST

Hospitals in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj gear up to deal with H3N2 influenza

Seasonal influenza is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses which circulate in all parts of the world including India, and the cases are seen to increase during certain months globally, say doctors. (For representation)
Updated on Mar 13, 2023 08:20 pm IST

Morning brief: Experts explain if H3N2 virus is life-threatening

A health worker (R) collects blood sample from a school student for health checkup as a precaution against the H3N2 virus.
Published on Mar 12, 2023 08:55 am IST

Is H3N2 virus life-threatening? Could it be another Covid? Experts respond

A total of 3,038 laboratory-confirmed cases of various influenza subtypes, including H3N2, up until March 9 were recorded in the country.
Updated on Mar 12, 2023 09:42 am IST

Odisha reports 59 H3N2 influenza cases in two months

From January 2 to March 5, 451 cases of the H3N2 have been reported in the country.
Published on Mar 12, 2023 06:00 am IST

Amid rising H3N2, Centre concerned over Covid positivity rate in some states

A meeting was also held recently to review the current situation with the central ministries, departments and organisations concerned.
Published on Mar 12, 2023 06:00 am IST

India records two H3N2 virus deaths; experts advise caution, not panic

H3N2 virus kills 2 in India, say reports.
Published on Mar 11, 2023 01:00 pm IST