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The disease detectives trying to keep the world safe from bird flu

H5N1 is one of many viruses that cause influenza in birds. It emerged in Hong Kong in 1996 and has since evolved into versions that have caused outbreaks in wild and farmed birds and have occasionally jumped to humans. In 2020, a new, especially deadly one caught the attention of scientists as it spread along migratory routes to parts of Africa, Asia and Europe.

21 May 2024, 03:23 IST

The disease detectives trying to keep the world safe from bird flu

The disease detectives trying to keep the world safe from bird flu

The disease detectives trying to keep the world safe from bird flu

21 May 2024, 03:23 IST

No need to panic because of H5N1, says People’s Health Organisation on World Health Day

According to Dr Gilada, H5N1 virus is a subtype of influenza type A that affects birds and causes Avian Influenza. 'Though this infection can cross over to humans, there is no evidence of sustained human-to-human transmission of this virus,' he said.

07 April 2024, 02:25 IST

No need to panic because of H5N1, says People’s Health Organisation on World Health Day

No need to panic because of H5N1, says People’s Health Organisation on World Health Day

No need to panic because of H5N1, says People’s Health Organisation on World Health Day

07 April 2024, 02:25 IST

JN.1 sub variant found in 19 samples; all old, inactive cases: Goa health official

The first case of this variant was found in Kerala on December 8, after which the Centre urged states and union territories to maintain constant vigil, including monitoring and reporting district-wise cases of Influenza-like Illness and Severe Acute Respiratory Illness in all health facilities regularly for early detection.

21 December 2023, 13:31 IST

JN.1 sub variant found in 19 samples; all old, inactive cases: Goa health official

JN.1 sub variant found in 19 samples; all old, inactive cases: Goa health official

JN.1 sub variant found in 19 samples; all old, inactive cases: Goa health official

21 December 2023, 13:31 IST

30% patients with influenza-like cases tested Covid positive in Kochi region in 24 hrs: Report

Dr Soumya Swaminathan, former WHO chief scientist, cautioned against dismissing Covid as a common cold due to its long-term effects, such as an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, and mental health problems.

21 December 2023, 11:18 IST

30% patients with influenza-like cases tested Covid positive in Kochi region in 24 hrs: Report

30% patients with influenza-like cases tested Covid positive in Kochi region in 24 hrs: Report

30% patients with influenza-like cases tested Covid positive in Kochi region in 24 hrs: Report

21 December 2023, 11:18 IST

Need to be vigilant on Avian Influenza virus' new strain: Organised Medicine Academic Guild

OMAG, an umbrella organisation of professional medical associations of post-graduate doctors, has asked the government and people to be vigilant amid the new strain of Avian Influenza virus - H9N2 which has hit China.

25 November 2023, 06:57 IST

Need to be vigilant on Avian Influenza virus' new strain: Organised Medicine Academic Guild

Need to be vigilant on Avian Influenza virus' new strain: Organised Medicine Academic Guild

Need to be vigilant on Avian Influenza virus' new strain: Organised Medicine Academic Guild

25 November 2023, 06:57 IST

Over 70K ILI, SARI cases in Karntaka since Jan alone

As per the IHIP portal's comparison over three years, the reported ILI cases have shot up this year compared to 2021

22 March 2023, 03:03 IST

Over 70,500 ILI, SARI cases reported in K'taka since January

Over 70,500 ILI, SARI cases reported in K'taka since January

Over 70K ILI, SARI cases in Karntaka since Jan alone

22 March 2023, 03:03 IST

Delhi to start early screening to detect H3N2 cases

The minister said that a large number of cases are being registered this time in parts of the country

17 March 2023, 11:22 IST

Not many influenza cases but asked officials to conduct early screening: Delhi Health Minister

Not many influenza cases but asked officials to conduct early screening: Delhi Health Minister

Delhi to start early screening to detect H3N2 cases

17 March 2023, 11:22 IST

Which states have H3N2 cases? How are they curbing it?

India has reported 451 H3N2 cases in the first nine weeks of the year

16 March 2023, 16:20 IST

Which states have H3N2 virus cases and what steps are they taking to curb its spread?

Which states have H3N2 virus cases and what steps are they taking to curb its spread?

Which states have H3N2 cases? How are they curbing it?

16 March 2023, 16:20 IST

First case of H3N2 influenza detected in Assam

The authorities are keeping close watch on situation, an official bulletin said

16 March 2023, 04:24 IST

First case of H3N2 influenza detected in Assam

First case of H3N2 influenza detected in Assam

First case of H3N2 influenza detected in Assam

16 March 2023, 04:24 IST

H3N2 scare: Puducherry shuts schools from March 16-26

The order will be in force for schools in all the four regions of Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam in the Union Territory

15 March 2023, 09:57 IST

Puducherry schools to be shut from March 16 to 26 over H3N2 flu scare

Puducherry schools to be shut from March 16 to 26 over H3N2 flu scare

H3N2 scare: Puducherry shuts schools from March 16-26

15 March 2023, 09:57 IST