Seasonal Flu

Cadila Pharmaceuticals on Monday said it has launched a vaccine to prevent influenza, a recurrent and widespread viral infection. The drug firm has introduced quadrivalent Cadiflu Tetra vaccine which has been approved by the DCGI (Drugs Controller General of India) for use in adults and children. The new vaccine targets four strains of the influenza virus subtype A and B, responsible for seasonal epidemics, the drug firm said in a statement. Developed using proprietary technology employing nano-sized particles, the vaccine mimics the external structure of the virus without containing intact genetic material, it added. "This breakthrough in vaccine development also holds promise for enhancing the protection of pregnant women against influenza, contributing to the overall well-being of both mother and child," Cadila Pharmaceuticals CMD Rajiv I Modi said. Influenza, commonly known as seasonal flu, is a highly contagious acute respiratory illness

H9N2 is a serotype influenza virus. The influenza virus is a common virus that comes at the end of the season, especially when there is the onset of winter

The CDC recommends that everyone ages 6 months and older get an annual flu vaccine as long as flu activity continues

Influenza virus: Doctors suggest getting vaccinated against this flu, practising hand sanitation, and maintaining proper hydration

Although seasonal influenza is at its peak in January-March and August-October, the NCDC has asked people to be wary of getting the flu which can be life-threatening in certain circumstances

Various hospitals in the national capital are witnessing a spike in the number of seasonal flu cases among children with some even requiring hospitalisation

As flu and coronavirus have similar symptoms, the Delhi government should continue vigorous testing to keep the spread of Covid-19 in check during the flu season, experts said

There are at least 100 viruses that can cause the common cold, but only four that cause seasonal flu

The state government has asked officials to stay vigilant against seasonal diseases including malaria and dengue in addition to the coronavirus infection

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