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Swine Flu vs Seasonal Flu: Key Symptoms, Differences And When To See A Doctor
- Friday July 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Swine flu (H1N1) and seasonal flu share many symptoms, making them difficult to distinguish. An internal medicine expert explains the key differences, warning signs, who is at higher risk, and the best ways to prevent influenza infections.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Nepal's Central Zoo Closed Indefinitely After Bird Flu Detected In Birds And Mammals
- Saturday June 20, 2026
- Health | Indo Asian Service News
Kathmandu, June 20 (IANS) Nepal's Central Zoo in the Kathmandu Valley has been closed indefinitely since Friday after bird flu was detected in more than a dozen birds and animals.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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H5 Bird Flu Virus Reaches Every Continent As Australia Detects 1st Case
- Saturday June 20, 2026
- Health | Agence-France Presse
Australia was previously the only continent where the H5 strain, which can devastate poultry and wild bird populations, had not been detected.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Just Ten Viral Particles Are All It Takes To Give A Cow Bird Flu
- Wednesday June 17, 2026
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A new study from Ohio State University has found that just ten particles of H5N1 bird flu are enough to infect a cow, revealing that the virus targets the mammary gland rather than the airways, though how it spreads from cow to cow remains poorly understood.
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www.ndtv.com
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Peacock Deaths In Karnataka Linked To H5N1 Bird Flu; Here's What You Should Know About Avian Influenza
- Tuesday May 5, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
H5N1, also known as avian influenza, is a subtype of influenza virus that infects birds and mammals, including humans in rare instances, says the World Health Organization (WHO).
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www.ndtv.com/health
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A New Flu On The Horizon? Why Scientists Are Sounding The Alarm On The Zoonotic Potential Of Influenza D
- Monday May 4, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
A little-known influenza D virus may pose future pandemic risks, experts warn. With evidence of human exposure, livestock links, and diagnostic gaps, scientists stress urgent surveillance to prevent another global outbreak.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Bird Flu Outbreak Near Bengaluru Contained; No Human Cases Detected, Says Health Department
- Saturday April 25, 2026
- Health | Indo Asian Service News
Bengaluru, April 25 (IANS) The Karnataka Health Department on Saturday said the bird flu outbreak reported at a government poultry training centre in Hesaraghatta near Bengaluru has been successfully contained following a 10-day intensive surveillanc
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Bird Flu Outbreak In Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur Leads To Culling Of Over 22,000 Poultry
- Wednesday March 25, 2026
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Nearly 4,744 chickens died at a state poultry farm in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, with tests confirming bird flu as the cause.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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H3N2 Vs Common Cold: Warning Signs For Seasonal Viral Infections You Must Not Ignore
- Monday February 16, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
H3N2 influenza cases are rising across India. Doctors explain how it differs from a common cold, key danger signs like chest pain and low oxygen, who is at risk, and when to seek urgent medical care.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Why H3N2 Flu Cases Are Rising Even Before Peak Summer: Doctors Share Why, Preventive Tips
- Tuesday February 10, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Doctors are alarmed as H3N2 influenza cases surge earlier than typical seasonal peaks, driven by erratic weather, transitional immunity gaps, and environmental triggers.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Bird Flu Alert In Tamil Nadu: Statewide Alert Issued After Crow Deaths; Public Urged Caution
- Saturday February 7, 2026
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Amid reports of large-scale crow deaths and growing fears over a possible outbreak of avian influenza, the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries has issued a comprehensive advisory.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Bird Flu Outbreak In Darbhanga: Bihar On High Alert
- Saturday January 31, 2026
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Avian influenza (H1N1), commonly known as bird flu, has been officially confirmed in Darbhanga district of Bihar following a large number of crow deaths, triggering panic among residents and putting the administration and animal
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Flu Surge In Delhi: Doctors Warn Of High Fever, Persistent Cough, And Relapses; All Symptoms Listed
- Thursday January 8, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami, Varsha Vats
Delhi NCR doctors explain why symptoms like high fever, persistent cough and breathlessness are lasting longer, when to worry, and how to protect yourself this winter.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Better Disease Surveillance, Lab Testing Key To Fighting Flu Rise: Centre At Chintan Shivir With WHO
- Wednesday December 24, 2025
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to integrate surveillance and strengthen labs to combat influenza, said the Health Ministry on Tuesday.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Kerala Reports Avian Influenza Outbreak In Alappuzha And Kottayam, Government Intensifies Surveillance
- Tuesday December 23, 2025
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Kerala has reported a fresh outbreak of avian influenza, with the highly contagious viral disease confirmed in Alappuzha and Kottayam districts, triggering emergency containment measures by multiple government depart
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Swine Flu vs Seasonal Flu: Key Symptoms, Differences And When To See A Doctor
- Friday July 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Swine flu (H1N1) and seasonal flu share many symptoms, making them difficult to distinguish. An internal medicine expert explains the key differences, warning signs, who is at higher risk, and the best ways to prevent influenza infections.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
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Nepal's Central Zoo Closed Indefinitely After Bird Flu Detected In Birds And Mammals
- Saturday June 20, 2026
- Health | Indo Asian Service News
Kathmandu, June 20 (IANS) Nepal's Central Zoo in the Kathmandu Valley has been closed indefinitely since Friday after bird flu was detected in more than a dozen birds and animals.
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www.ndtv.com/health
-
H5 Bird Flu Virus Reaches Every Continent As Australia Detects 1st Case
- Saturday June 20, 2026
- Health | Agence-France Presse
Australia was previously the only continent where the H5 strain, which can devastate poultry and wild bird populations, had not been detected.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
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Just Ten Viral Particles Are All It Takes To Give A Cow Bird Flu
- Wednesday June 17, 2026
- Science | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
A new study from Ohio State University has found that just ten particles of H5N1 bird flu are enough to infect a cow, revealing that the virus targets the mammary gland rather than the airways, though how it spreads from cow to cow remains poorly understood.
-
www.ndtv.com
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Peacock Deaths In Karnataka Linked To H5N1 Bird Flu; Here's What You Should Know About Avian Influenza
- Tuesday May 5, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
H5N1, also known as avian influenza, is a subtype of influenza virus that infects birds and mammals, including humans in rare instances, says the World Health Organization (WHO).
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
A New Flu On The Horizon? Why Scientists Are Sounding The Alarm On The Zoonotic Potential Of Influenza D
- Monday May 4, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
A little-known influenza D virus may pose future pandemic risks, experts warn. With evidence of human exposure, livestock links, and diagnostic gaps, scientists stress urgent surveillance to prevent another global outbreak.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Bird Flu Outbreak Near Bengaluru Contained; No Human Cases Detected, Says Health Department
- Saturday April 25, 2026
- Health | Indo Asian Service News
Bengaluru, April 25 (IANS) The Karnataka Health Department on Saturday said the bird flu outbreak reported at a government poultry training centre in Hesaraghatta near Bengaluru has been successfully contained following a 10-day intensive surveillanc
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Bird Flu Outbreak In Chhattisgarh's Bilaspur Leads To Culling Of Over 22,000 Poultry
- Wednesday March 25, 2026
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Nearly 4,744 chickens died at a state poultry farm in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, with tests confirming bird flu as the cause.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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H3N2 Vs Common Cold: Warning Signs For Seasonal Viral Infections You Must Not Ignore
- Monday February 16, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
H3N2 influenza cases are rising across India. Doctors explain how it differs from a common cold, key danger signs like chest pain and low oxygen, who is at risk, and when to seek urgent medical care.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Why H3N2 Flu Cases Are Rising Even Before Peak Summer: Doctors Share Why, Preventive Tips
- Tuesday February 10, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Doctors are alarmed as H3N2 influenza cases surge earlier than typical seasonal peaks, driven by erratic weather, transitional immunity gaps, and environmental triggers.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Bird Flu Alert In Tamil Nadu: Statewide Alert Issued After Crow Deaths; Public Urged Caution
- Saturday February 7, 2026
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Amid reports of large-scale crow deaths and growing fears over a possible outbreak of avian influenza, the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries has issued a comprehensive advisory.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Bird Flu Outbreak In Darbhanga: Bihar On High Alert
- Saturday January 31, 2026
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Avian influenza (H1N1), commonly known as bird flu, has been officially confirmed in Darbhanga district of Bihar following a large number of crow deaths, triggering panic among residents and putting the administration and animal
-
www.ndtv.com/health
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Flu Surge In Delhi: Doctors Warn Of High Fever, Persistent Cough, And Relapses; All Symptoms Listed
- Thursday January 8, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami, Varsha Vats
Delhi NCR doctors explain why symptoms like high fever, persistent cough and breathlessness are lasting longer, when to worry, and how to protect yourself this winter.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Better Disease Surveillance, Lab Testing Key To Fighting Flu Rise: Centre At Chintan Shivir With WHO
- Wednesday December 24, 2025
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to integrate surveillance and strengthen labs to combat influenza, said the Health Ministry on Tuesday.
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www.ndtv.com/health
-
Kerala Reports Avian Influenza Outbreak In Alappuzha And Kottayam, Government Intensifies Surveillance
- Tuesday December 23, 2025
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Kerala has reported a fresh outbreak of avian influenza, with the highly contagious viral disease confirmed in Alappuzha and Kottayam districts, triggering emergency containment measures by multiple government depart
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www.ndtv.com/health