Influenza Top Stories
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What Is A Tripledemic? Lookout For These Three Viruses That Cause Severe Respiratory Health Issues
Oct 28, 2024 05:20 ISTIndia, with its vast population and diverse climatic conditions, faces the threat of a tripledemic during seasonal changes. Understanding these viruses and knowing how to prevent and treat them is crucial in staying healthy. -
Here's How Bird Flu Can Cause You Severe Health Problems
Oct 28, 2024 05:15 ISTIn this article, we'll explore how bird flu affects human health, the potential complications it can lead to, and why it remains a public health concern. -
Could Bird Flu Lead To Next Pandemic?
May 26, 2024 02:29 ISTThe first case of H5N1 bird flu was reported in Australia this week. Is the world prepared for what could lead to the next pandemic? -
Immunity: Strategies To Lower Your Risk Of Influenza During Monsoon
Jul 26, 2023 01:20 ISTIn this article, we discuss factors that increase the risk of influenza in monsoons and tips to help lower this risk. -
Avian Influenza: 7 FAQs About Bird Flu To Help You Better Understand This Disease
Mar 29, 2023 06:46 ISTKeep reading as we answer some of the most common questions about avian also known as the bird flu. -
H3N2 Influenza Outbreak In India: Fever, Cough, Vomiting And Other Symptoms You Must Watch Out For
Mar 13, 2023 10:10 ISTAccording to WHO, H3N2 is a subtype of Influenza A virus which majorly affects humans. Here are the sympoms of H3N2 influenza you should not ignore. -
H3N2 Virus: Here's Everything You Need To Know About This Virus
Mar 7, 2023 11:08 ISTRead on as we discuss some of the FAQs (frequently asked questions) about the H3N2 virus. -
H1N1 Virus (Swine Flu): Causes, Symptoms And Effective Remedies To Deal With It
Aug 22, 2022 01:15 ISTH1N1 flu virus is made up of genes from several different flu viruses which normally circulate among pigs, birds and humans. Similar to the regular flu, swine flu can lead to some serious illnesses like lung infection, pneumonia and other breathing p -
Flu Viral: Here Are The Most Common Queries Answered
Aug 22, 2022 01:14 ISTFlu viral: In this article, we answer a few of the most common queries regarding the flu. -
Understanding The Importance Of Influenza Vaccine For Children
Jun 26, 2021 12:47 ISTA vaccine taken at the right time can improve immunity and safeguard people against infections like influenza. -
Bird Flu: Watch Out For These Signs And Symptoms Of Avian Influenza
Jan 5, 2021 05:45 ISTBird flu or avian influenza can be transferred from infected birds to humans. If you have visited any place with ongoing bird flu outbreak, you should not ignore the symptoms. -
Flu Can Put You At A Risk Of Stroke: Study
Feb 3, 2019 10:49 ISTInfluenza leads to serious and potentially life-threatening complications such as pneumonia, sepsis and heart disease, the study noted. -
Dispelling Deadly Myths About Getting A Flu Shot
Nov 27, 2018 05:18 ISTDespite years of consistent messages from health-care providers about the dangers of the flu and the protective power (and safety) of the flu shot, many people still hold false beliefs about both. -
This Season, Stay Away From The Flu: Know The Early Signs Of Flu And Top Tips For Prevention
Oct 31, 2018 02:26 ISTInfluenza or flu is a viral infection which attacks respiratory system which includes lungs, throat and nose. The most effective way to prevent the flu is getting the annual flu vaccine, which is recommended for anyone above 6 months of age. -
Swine Flu Death Tolls Rise To 300, Gujarat Second Most Affected: Here's How You Can Protect Yourself
Aug 24, 2017 03:14 ISTSwine flu continues its death trail as 1094 have been infected by the H1N1 influenza in the past eight months as per Union Health Ministry report released on Wednesday. -
Dengue And Viral Fever Upsurge In Kerala
Aug 22, 2017 02:09 ISTThere is a steady growth in viral fever and dengue cases in Kerala due to improper waste management and social hygiene. -
5 Common Travel Diseases You Can Save Yourself From
Aug 10, 2017 03:29 ISTYou become good targets for bugs and bacteria when you travel. Planning to travel over the long weekend? Know the 5 travel diseases you can avoid in your next vacation. -
H1N1 Claims 57 Lives In Kerala: Man-Made Disaster?
Jul 7, 2017 06:03 ISTThe number of deaths due to swine flu has shot up in Kerala because of the unpreparedness of city's medical centers to handle patients infected with the H1N1 virus. -
Experimental Vaccine Could Provide Rapid Response To Diseases
Aug 2, 2016 02:50 ISTA type of experimental vaccine that can be made in just a week and has protected mice against influenza, Ebola and Zika viruses may offer promise for quick responses to disease outbreaks in people, according to Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers. -
Seasonal Influenza Vaccination May Halve Stillbirth Risk
Mar 31, 2016 06:22 ISTWomen who receive a seasonal influenza vaccination during pregnancy may have over 50 per cent less risk of experiencing a stillbirth than unvaccinated mothers, according to a new study. -
International Trade Helps Spread Infectious Diseases: Study
Dec 23, 2015 12:50 ISTBesides opening up new vistas for humans, ranging from travel to exotic places to enjoying the products and services of those distant lands, international trade and travel also increases risk of spreading infectious diseases, a study says. -
Indian-Origin Men Among Researches To Identify New Protein Targeting To Fight Flu
Dec 13, 2015 03:28 ISTResearchers, including those of Indian-origin, have identified host protein molecules that could be blocked to prevent flu viruses from multiplying effectively, paving the way for a new therapeutic strategy to treat influenza. -
New Vaccine Strategy Shields Cancer Patients From Flu
Dec 8, 2015 06:20 ISTScientists have developed a novel vaccine strategy that reduces the risk of flu infections in cancer patients at highest risk for influenza. -
Health Ministry Issues Revised H1N1 Guidelines to States
Oct 31, 2015 08:06 ISTThe Health Ministry has issued revised vaccination and clinical management guidelines to the state governments, while reviewing the preparedness for seasonal Influenza (H1N1). -
High Dose Influenza Shots More Effective in Older People
Oct 12, 2015 12:34 ISTFlu immunisations with four times the strength of standard flu shots significantly reduces the risk hospitalisation of the elderly during the influenza season, new research has found. -
Bird flu still a threat to human health: WHO
Mar 29, 2010 09:27 ISTAvian influenza remains a threat to human health despite a decline in cases since a peak in 2006, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned. -
H1N1 flu moderate, strikes young
Dec 28, 2009 02:09 ISTThe novel H1N1 influenza pandemic is of moderate intensity, but targets younger adults with a higher fatality than seasonal influenza, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). -
Seasonal flu vaccine lessens H1N1 impact
Oct 10, 2009 11:15 ISTThe seasonal flu vaccine may offer partial protection against the pandemic H1N1 swine flu, but not enough to prevent a person from catching the swine flu. -
Swine flu death toll reaches 316
Oct 3, 2009 12:06 ISTSeven swine flu deaths, including four in Karnataka, were reported on Wednesday, taking India's total toll to 316. -
Flu can trigger heart attacks
Sep 24, 2009 01:29 ISTPeople suffering from the flu have a higher risk of having a heart attack, especially those with pre-existing heart disease and diabetes. -
No swine death on September 17: Union Home Ministry
Sep 21, 2009 10:47 ISTNo swine flu death was reported in the country on September 17 for the first time in a month but 208 more people were tested positive with the virus. -
H1N1 harder to survive in poor nations: WHO
Sep 18, 2009 10:13 ISTH1N1 influenza is "a virus of extremes" likely to cause far more deaths in poor countries than affluent ones, WHO Director-General Margaret Chan said on Tuesday. -
H1N1 situation under control in Delhi
Sep 7, 2009 09:43 ISTAs many as 37 new cases of swine flu were reported in Delhi on Friday taking the total number of infected people in the capital to 772. -
Swine flu spreading with monsoon
Aug 13, 2009 02:45 ISTAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), H1N1 pandemic flu is spreading in India, Thailand and Vietnam with the onset of Asia's monsoon season. -
Warning signs of H1N1 flu identified by WHO
Jul 7, 2009 09:40 ISTH1N1 influenza is causing mild symptoms that go away without medication in most patients, but health care practitioners and doctors should be alert for warning signs of severe cases, says WHO. -
H1N1 virus is stable: WHO
Jun 27, 2009 01:08 ISTThe World Health Organization Director-General Dr. Margaret Chan said on Thursday that the H1N1 virus was stable and there was no sign yet of it mixing with other influenza viruses.
