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Double trouble: Flu and air pollution
Mint Bangalore
|December 09, 2025
India is seeing a significant surge in influenza cases, driven by the H3N2 subtype, known to cause more severe infections and higher hospitalizations, according to the latest surveillance data from the country's premier medical research organization, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
A comprehensive review of preparedness in all district hospitals and medical colleges is to be done in the next fortnight
(REUTERS)
Taking cognisance of the situation, Union health minister J.P. Nadda has directed a comprehensive review of preparedness in all district hospitals and medical colleges within the next fortnight.
Meanwhile, doctors in northern Indian states, particularly in the national capital region, describe the situation as a public health “havoc”, noting that severe air pollution is exacerbating the impact of the viral surge.
Mint takes a look at why this is a matter of concern for the government and the public.
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