Ajit Karn
India reports first two H3N2 flu deaths in Haryana and Karnataka amid seasonal flu epidemic issued a statement. A total of 3,038 laboratory-confirmed cases of various influenza subtypes, including H3N2, have been reported in India, the Ministry of Health said.
Here are 10 things the government has announced:
1. Seasonal influenza is an acute respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus that affects the world.
2. India experiences two seasonal flu peaks each year.
One he is from January to March and the other after the monsoon season.
3. The ongoing seasonal flu is expected to subside after March.
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4. Children and the elderly with comorbidities are the most vulnerable groups associated with seasonal influenza.
5. So far, Karnataka and Haryana have confirmed one H3N2 flu death each.
6. Influenza A(H1N1pdm09), Influenza A(H3N2) and Influenza B (Victoria) detected in India
7. Influenza H3N2 is the predominant subtype among samples testing positive for influenza since the beginning of the year.
8. H3N2 appears to have caused more hospitalizations than other influenza subtypes.
9. Oseltamivir is a WHO recommended drug.
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10. Ten percent of patients with severe acute respiratory influenza with H3N2 required oxygen and 7% required intensive care unit care.
