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Do Viral Infection Outbreaks Increase During Summer Season In India? Doctor Explains
- Thursday May 7, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Summer in India is not just about heatwaves and dehydration. Doctors warn that viral infections including flu, conjunctivitis, dengue and stomach infections often rise during the season due to humidity, travel, crowding and contaminated food and wate
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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
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Do You Need Flu Shots? Doctor Shares Who Should Actually Get Them Every Year
- Sunday April 12, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Pradeep Narayan Sahu
One of the best ways to prevent and minimise the severity of influenza is to get the flu vaccine each year.
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www.ndtv.com
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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
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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
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Bird Flu Outbreaks In India: How Does Bird Flu Differ From Regular Flu?
- Saturday January 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
While both bird flu and regular seasonal flu occur due to influenza A viruses, they significantly differ in their origin, transmission, severity, and impact.
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www.ndtv.com
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Flu Shots For Winter: Who Needs Them, When To Take Them And Why
- Monday December 29, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Flu shots protect against seasonal influenza, reducing illness, hospitalisation, and serious complications. Everyone aged 6 months and older should get vaccinated annually, especially high-risk groups like children, seniors, pregnant women, and those
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www.ndtv.com
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Well-Prepared To Handle Respiratory Illnesses: Government On Seasonal Surge
- Wednesday December 3, 2025
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Surveillance on respiratory illnesses shows no unusual surge of influenza in the country, the government said on Tuesday.
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www.ndtv.com
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H3N2 Flu Wave Hits Delhi: Important Prevention Tips To Stay Safe
- Thursday September 18, 2025
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
H3N2 is a subtype of the Influenza A virus, which is one of the viruses responsible for seasonal flu outbreaks. The "H" stands for hemagglutinin type 3 and the "N" for neuraminidase type 2.
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www.ndtv.com
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Hand-Foot-And-Mouth Disease In Children, Influenza In All Age Groups On Rise In Delhi: Experts
- Wednesday September 3, 2025
- Health | Asian News International
"Monsoon season brings relief from the scorching heat, which we usually see in our country, especially in places like Delhi. However, while it brings relief, it also causes numerous medical problems," says expert.
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www.ndtv.com
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Seasonal Flu Cases Surge Across India: Follow These Precautions To Stay Safe
- Monday March 3, 2025
- Health | Varsha Vats
Seasonal influenza (flu) is an acute respiratory infection. It can cause symptoms including fever, cough, sore throat, body ache and fatigue.
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www.ndtv.com
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Flu Season: Watch Out For These Emergency Symptoms Of Influenza A, B
- Thursday February 20, 2025
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Whether it's difficulty breathing, persistent chest pain, or confusion, knowing when to seek help is crucial. Here are the emergency symptoms of Influenza A and signs of Influenza B to watch out for.
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www.ndtv.com
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What Is A Tripledemic? Lookout For These Three Viruses That Cause Severe Respiratory Health Issues
- Monday October 28, 2024
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
India, 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.
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www.ndtv.com
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No Abnormal Rise In Seasonal Flu Cases In Country So Far: Health Ministry
- Monday April 29, 2024
- India News | Press Trust of India
There has been no abnormal rise in cases of seasonal flu in any part of the country as of now, the health ministry said, underlining that it is keeping a close watch on the situation through its Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme network.
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www.ndtv.com
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Bird Flu Strikes Vietnam: Health Ministry Confirms Student's Death From H5N1
- Tuesday March 26, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The Health Ministry expressed concern that changing weather patterns, brought on by shifting seasons, could create favourable conditions for the virus to spread.
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www.ndtv.com
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Do Viral Infection Outbreaks Increase During Summer Season In India? Doctor Explains
- Thursday May 7, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Summer in India is not just about heatwaves and dehydration. Doctors warn that viral infections including flu, conjunctivitis, dengue and stomach infections often rise during the season due to humidity, travel, crowding and contaminated food and wate
-
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
-
Do You Need Flu Shots? Doctor Shares Who Should Actually Get Them Every Year
- Sunday April 12, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Pradeep Narayan Sahu
One of the best ways to prevent and minimise the severity of influenza is to get the flu vaccine each year.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
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.
-
www.ndtv.com
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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
-
Bird Flu Outbreaks In India: How Does Bird Flu Differ From Regular Flu?
- Saturday January 3, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
While both bird flu and regular seasonal flu occur due to influenza A viruses, they significantly differ in their origin, transmission, severity, and impact.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Flu Shots For Winter: Who Needs Them, When To Take Them And Why
- Monday December 29, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Flu shots protect against seasonal influenza, reducing illness, hospitalisation, and serious complications. Everyone aged 6 months and older should get vaccinated annually, especially high-risk groups like children, seniors, pregnant women, and those
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Well-Prepared To Handle Respiratory Illnesses: Government On Seasonal Surge
- Wednesday December 3, 2025
- Health | Indo-Asian News Service
Surveillance on respiratory illnesses shows no unusual surge of influenza in the country, the government said on Tuesday.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
H3N2 Flu Wave Hits Delhi: Important Prevention Tips To Stay Safe
- Thursday September 18, 2025
- Health | Written by Varsha Vats
H3N2 is a subtype of the Influenza A virus, which is one of the viruses responsible for seasonal flu outbreaks. The "H" stands for hemagglutinin type 3 and the "N" for neuraminidase type 2.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Hand-Foot-And-Mouth Disease In Children, Influenza In All Age Groups On Rise In Delhi: Experts
- Wednesday September 3, 2025
- Health | Asian News International
"Monsoon season brings relief from the scorching heat, which we usually see in our country, especially in places like Delhi. However, while it brings relief, it also causes numerous medical problems," says expert.
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www.ndtv.com
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Seasonal Flu Cases Surge Across India: Follow These Precautions To Stay Safe
- Monday March 3, 2025
- Health | Varsha Vats
Seasonal influenza (flu) is an acute respiratory infection. It can cause symptoms including fever, cough, sore throat, body ache and fatigue.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Flu Season: Watch Out For These Emergency Symptoms Of Influenza A, B
- Thursday February 20, 2025
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Whether it's difficulty breathing, persistent chest pain, or confusion, knowing when to seek help is crucial. Here are the emergency symptoms of Influenza A and signs of Influenza B to watch out for.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
What Is A Tripledemic? Lookout For These Three Viruses That Cause Severe Respiratory Health Issues
- Monday October 28, 2024
- Health | Aayushi Singh Chauhan
India, 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.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
No Abnormal Rise In Seasonal Flu Cases In Country So Far: Health Ministry
- Monday April 29, 2024
- India News | Press Trust of India
There has been no abnormal rise in cases of seasonal flu in any part of the country as of now, the health ministry said, underlining that it is keeping a close watch on the situation through its Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme network.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Bird Flu Strikes Vietnam: Health Ministry Confirms Student's Death From H5N1
- Tuesday March 26, 2024
- World News | Edited by Nikhil Pandey
The Health Ministry expressed concern that changing weather patterns, brought on by shifting seasons, could create favourable conditions for the virus to spread.
-
www.ndtv.com