14
Apr
The reports from the ICMR show that cases of flu caused by H3N2 are spreading across the country. This viral strain causes prolonged illness and has led to more hospitalizations than flu infections caused by other type of strains. People with weak immunity are more likely to suffer from complications such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and seizures, which can be life-threatening. In the past three months, 10% of SARI* patients hospitalized with H3N2 complications needed oxygen and 7% required ICU care. H3N2 is a sub-type of influenza A virus, which is spread through coughing, sneezing, or talking. It can also spread…
