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Early Flu Season: Chandigarh Confirms New Swine Flu Case
25 Aug
Summary
- Chandigarh records its second swine flu case this season, total 12 since January.
- Punjab reports 93 swine flu cases, while Haryana logs 8 this month.
- Swine flu symptoms typically include fever, cough, and cold, with higher risk for vulnerable groups.
The city of Chandigarh has recorded a second case of swine flu this season, with the first case having been reported in July. This brings Chandigarh's total case count to 12 since the beginning of the year. Neighboring Punjab has reported a significant increase in cases, logging 93 by Sunday. Haryana has also registered 8 cases this month.
Health officials confirm that no patients have been hospitalized for swine flu in Chandigarh to date, with the most recent patient recovering at home. Experts note that while swine flu, particularly H1N1 and H3N2, is reported annually, the current season's cases have appeared earlier than usual. Typically, outbreaks occur in September and October. Symptoms are generally mild, including fever, cough, and cold.
The World Health Organization categorizes flu severity into mild cases with minor symptoms and Grade B cases, which may require oxygen support. Individuals with comorbidities, the elderly, infants, and those on long-term medication are at a higher risk of developing severe complications such as pneumonia.
