H3N2 Virus Outbreak In Delhi-NCR: Everything You Need To Know About This Influenza A Virus

H3N2 Virus Outbreak In Delhi: After battling COVID-19 for over 5 years, India is now facing another pandemic-like situation. In recent developments, experts have reported a sudden outbreak of one of the highly transmissible variants of the Influenza A virus - H3N2. In response to a sharp rise in hospitalisations across the national capital, authorities have placed Delhi on high alert. According to the experts, the H3N2 influenza virus is spreading fast, with hospitals reporting a sharp rise in fever, cough, and breathing-related cases. Experts warn that this flu season is more aggressive, striking harder and lasting longer than usual. To help us understand the risks and the right precautions, we are joined by Dr. Shivangi Bora, Paediatrician, Paediatric Allergy & Asthma Specialist, and Paediatric Sleep Consultant at BabyMD The Children's Clinic, Bangalore. In this exclusive report, she breaks down what's driving the surge, who is most vulnerable, and how you can protect your family.