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H3N2: The virus affecting '69 per cent' families in Delhi NCR

September 23, 2025 4:55 pm

Remember that you don’t have to take medication on your own. Follow the doctor’s advice

38-year-old software engineer has 104 °F fever, stubborn cough and severe headache: Why is H3N2 flu affecting the under-40 group the most?

September 20, 2025 10:47 am

Crowded metros, shared taxis and poorly ventilated offices create conditions for a perfect storm of airborne viruses, say experts

What is causing the surge in flu cases in Delhi-NCR? Experts explain

March 08, 2025 11:42 am

Elevated pollution levels in urban areas can weaken respiratory defences, making individuals more vulnerable to infections, says Dr Ravi Shekhar Jha, director, pulmonology, Fortis Hospital, Faridabad

How Pune’s 6-year-old survived Guillain-Barré Syndrome and came off ventilator support: Know all about his recovery journey

January 29, 2025 4:47 pm

Prevent future infections, manage pain and go for physiotherapy, say doctors.

HMPV infection: Maharashtra health minister urges people not to panic

January 07, 2025 10:47 am

No case yet in Maharashtra; doctors say symptoms mild, similar to cold; PMC lists precautions.

How to stay protected during the flu season

December 16, 2024 6:07 pm

In extreme age groups—children under 5 years and adults over 60 years—the flu can lead to complications like pneumonia, which may be life-threatening

Mystery fever? These viruses can trigger symptoms similar to dengue, swine flu and Covid

September 13, 2024 7:50 am

Lesser known viruses and bacteria can cause complications too

Why the Chandipura virus is 'particularly severe' in children of this age group (and how to protect them)

July 19, 2024 3:27 pm

Delayed diagnosis, lack of specific antiviral treatments, and limited intensive care access in affected regions contribute to the high mortality rate.

WHO confirms H9N2 bird flu in India in 4-year-old; here's how it affects kids differently as compared to adults

June 12, 2024 11:28 pm

The impact of H9N2 avian influenza can differ significantly between children and adults, said Dr Khanna

The study suggests that creating drugs targeting the human KAT5 enzyme might help target not only Zika but also several other mosquito-transmitted flaviviruses.

Scientists identify drug target for multiple mosquito-transmitted viruses

August 16, 2023 3:50 pm

The discovery of KAT5's critical role in virus replication is the key first step in beginning to design inhibitory molecules to stop viral replication and treat infection.