H3N2 Influenza A Subtype- Major Cause Of Current Respiratory Illness, Says ICMR
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has said that the Influenza A subtype H3N2 is the major cause of current respiratory illness in the country at present. Read more to learn.
Mar 05, 2023, 15:18 PM ISTWar Against Influenza: Researchers Find New Approach For Producing Medicines Against Flu, Claims Study
The study reveals that despite having been vaccinated, older people and patients with health problems in particular run a heightened risk of falling prey to influenza.
Feb 25, 2023, 13:20 PM ISTNew fever cases were flu, not COVID-19, claims North Korea amid rising cases
North Korea has said that the latest fever cases detected in the border region with China were influenza cases and not COVID-19 as initially feared
Aug 26, 2022, 08:14 AM ISTNew fever cases were flu, not COVID-19, claims North Korea amid rising cases
North Korea has said that the latest fever cases detected in the border region with China were influenza cases and not COVID-19 as initially feared
Aug 26, 2022, 08:14 AM ISTChina warns of 'twindemic' risk of influenza amid rising respiratory infections
Chinese health commission has asked local officials for strengthening influenza prevention and control measures during the flu season which is coupled with the risk of imported COVID-19 cases.
Oct 17, 2021, 21:12 PM ISTPatients hospitalised with COVID-19 are younger, healthier than influenza patients: Study
The study was published by the Observational Health Data Sciences and Informatics (OHDSI) community.
Oct 08, 2020, 01:59 AM ISTVaccines against respiratory infections linked with less heart failure deaths: Study
The study included 2,912,137 patients with heart failure who had a hospital admission in 2010 to 2014. The average age was 70 years. Data were obtained from the National Inpatient Sample (NIS), which covers more than 95% of the US population.
Aug 29, 2020, 12:14 PM ISTAffordable universal flu vaccine developed, may also be used for other pathogens, cancers
Scientists developed a new nanoparticle vaccine that could effectively protect mice against influenza A virus, providing a promising approach for developing universal vaccines for the infectious disease.
Jul 31, 2018, 14:54 PM ISTNew flu shot may protect you lifelong
Scientists researched whether a universal flu shot could be created by using a combination of multiple genes shared at the ancestral level by flu strains circulating.
Nov 03, 2017, 19:48 PM ISTThis protein may improve flu symptoms, cut death risk
The protein called retrocyclin-101 (RC-101) is unique in that it not only targets the flu virus itself, but also the harmful inflammation the virus triggers in the host.
Oct 01, 2017, 18:47 PM ISTOlder siblings may up risk of flu among babies
In addition, previous studies have suggested that maternal vaccination during pregnancy can protect young babies from flu infection.
Sep 28, 2017, 18:08 PM ISTHow to fight dengue, malaria, flu and chikungunya – Symptoms, prevention
With Diwali round the corner, these problems are bound to increase and knowing the symptoms for timely diagnosis and most importantly, our protection becomes our first and foremost priority.
Sep 28, 2017, 18:05 PM ISTBeing in good spirits can help improve efficiency of flu shots
The team measured negative mood, positive mood, physical activity, diet and sleep three times a week over a six week period in a group of 138 older people due to have their flu jab.
Sep 26, 2017, 17:07 PM ISTSwine flu: Spike of H1N1 Influenza in Delhi; 1,066 cases reported last month
The spurt in swine flu cases at this time of the year has come a surprise since the infection mostly peaks in the postmonsoon season and early winter.
Aug 19, 2017, 10:25 AM ISTSwine flu: H1N1 virus kills 600 in first half of 2017; symptoms, prevention
About 12,460 people have been affected by swine flu till July 9, 2017, and 600 people have died due to the H1N1 virus.
Jul 17, 2017, 09:51 AM ISTHow birds become immune to influenza decoded
The study shows that, after an infection, mallards become partially immune and resistant to influenza infections to which they are later exposed.
Jul 01, 2017, 17:25 PM ISTFlu vaccine during pregnancy doesn't increase autism risk in child: Study
A new study suggests that there is no link between pregnant women having influenza during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) in children.
Nov 30, 2016, 11:47 AM ISTVaccination in morning more effective: Study
Flu vaccinations, when administered in the morning, can prove to be more effective than in afternoon and can induce greater and protective antibody responses, finds a study.
Apr 26, 2016, 20:51 PM ISTEasy home remedies for fast flu relief!
Since flu is highly contagious, the illness can occur in individuals of any age.
Feb 01, 2016, 13:01 PM ISTVaccines for adults: What you need to know
Here are some essential vaccines that adults need to take.
Jan 18, 2016, 21:00 PM IST