After two H3N2 deaths, Maharashtra goes on alert. Team Shinde meets in a huddle.

Two people died from H3N2 in Maharashtra; one of them was a 74-year-old male. The other casualty was a 23-year-old MBBS student who contracted COVID-19 in addition to the influenza virus; he passed away from the H3N2 subtype.

Mumbai: The Eknath Sinde-led administration in Maharashtra has convened a high-level conference on Thursday to decide on measures to stop the spread of influenza as the H3N2 virus crisis in India spirals out of control. One of the two fatalities was a 74-year-old male. The other casualty was a 23-year-old MBBS student who contracted COVID-19 in addition to the influenza virus; he passed away from the H3N2 subtype.

H3N2 on Rise in Maharashtra: Key Points

• State Health Minister Tanaji Sawant said 361 cases of influenza infections had been detected in Maharashtra, putting the health system on high alert.
• After a thorough conversation with Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, a set of recommendations will be released within the next two days.
• Sawant also suggested social separation and the wearing of masks in crowded areas.
• The Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) network allows the Union Health Ministry to keep track of the H3N2 influenza outbreak in real time, according to earlier statements.
• Also, it is closely monitoring morbidity and mortality, especially in vulnerable populations including children, the elderly, and those who have co-morbid conditions.
• Doctors in Maharashtra have been instructed to treat suspected patients right away.
• He also advised avoiding using Tamiflu without a prescription from a physician.
• Also, he advised avoiding using Tamiflu without first talking to a doctor.
• A fever, cough, sore throat, and pneumonia are all signs of the flu.
• “If Tamiflu is taken as prescribed by a doctor, fever can go away in 48–72 hours. Early treatment is recommended for fever and body aches “said Sawant.