India is presently dealing with H3N2 virus outbreak, despite the fact that the Covid-19 pandemic’s wounds are still very open. This extremely contagious respiratory disease, which was first discovered in Assam. It can cause serious illness and even death.
Seasonal flu epidemics are brought on by the H3N2 subtype of the influenza A virus, which has also been linked to pandemics in the past. There have been several H3N2 influenza outbreaks worldwide, with the most current one occurring in 2017–2018.
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The United States
During the 2017–2018 flu season, the United States saw one instance of an H3N2 virus epidemic. In comparison to prior flu seasons, this outbreak was especially severe, leading to more hospitalizations and fatalities. The epidemic was brought on by a particularly virulent strain of the H3N2 virus that was poorly protected against by the time vaccine. As a consequence, many vaccine recipients still contracted illnesses.
Fever, coughing, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headaches, chills, and exhaustion are all signs of H3N2 influenza. The virus can be shared through direct contact with an infected person, as well as through the air when an infected person sneezes or coughs.
Getting vaccinated, washing hands regularly, avoiding contact with sick people, and covering the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing are all H3N2 influenza prevention steps. Antiviral drugs are usually used to treat H3N2 influenza, and if taken within the first 48 hours of illness, they can lessen the severity and duration of symptoms.
Cases In India
India has so far experienced six fatalities caused by H3N2 virus. According to the Union Ministry of Health, seasonal influenza cases, including those caused by H3N2, should start to decrease by the end of March. In response to the increase in H3N2 cases, the government of Uttar Pradesh has also released an advisory and requested that young children and the elderly take measures.
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