Flu

Flu pandemic still more deadly to humans than COVID

A global influenza outbreak could be far worse than the Covid pandemic, with models suggesting that it could kill up to 33 million people in the first six months.

Oct 05, 2021, 15:19 PM IST

Facebook, Twitter take action against misleading Donald Trump comparison of COVID-19 to flu

"We remove incorrect information about the severity of COVID-19," a company spokesman told Reuters.

Oct 07, 2020, 00:21 AM IST

Coronavirus Pandemic: Dr.Harshwardhan says, India is ready to tackle the situation

Health Minister Harshwardhan says, India is ready to tackle Coronavirus outbreak. Health Minister answered in Loksabha on Coronavirus's latest status.

Mar 12, 2020, 14:46 PM IST

Difference between Coronavirus and Flu, know here

Two cases of novel Coronavirus were confirmed in Mumbai on Wednesday. Now total suspected cases are 68. In the Capital people are so scared if they have normal flu, cough and cold they went for hospital suspecting that they have corona.

Mar 12, 2020, 09:50 AM IST

Deshhit: Know top 20 Deshhit news of today

This segment of Zee News brings to you top 20 news stories of the day. Watch this video for more information.

Jun 06, 2019, 20:28 PM IST

Deshhit: Watch detailed analysis of all the major news of the day, Jan 30th, 2019

This segment of Zee News brings detailed news stories of the day. Watch this video to know top stories of January 30th, 2019.

Jan 30, 2019, 22:28 PM IST

Watch Deshhit Pathshala on Swine Flu

In this segment of Deshhit Pathshala Watch- what is Swine Flu and who are most vulnerable to this disease.

Jan 30, 2019, 22:10 PM IST

Affordable universal flu vaccine developed, may also be used for other pathogens, cancers

Scientists developed a new nanoparticle vaccine that could effectively protect mice against influenza A virus, providing a promising approach for developing universal vaccines for the infectious disease.

Jul 31, 2018, 14:54 PM IST

New way to target flu viruses found

The conserved hydrophilic residue, known as Thr59, is of particular interest to the researchers not only for the way it disrupts folding and allows the virus to attack, but also because it has a twin.

Jul 30, 2018, 11:30 AM IST

Flu, pneumonia may increase risk of heart attack, stroke in older adults: Study

A new study has found that aged people who are diagnosed with flu or pneumonia are six times more likely to suffer from heart attack or stroke in the days after infection.

Mar 22, 2018, 18:18 PM IST

Sea swimming may lead to stomach flu, ear aches

The results showed that sea bathing doubled the odds of reporting general ear ailments, and the odds of reporting earache specifically rose by 77 percent. 

Mar 01, 2018, 17:41 PM IST

Protein that may improve survival during flu identified

The researchers studied the survival and lung function of mice with influenza in the lab. 

Feb 08, 2018, 18:39 PM IST

Want to ward off winter sickness? Take help from these Indian spices

With each Indian spice possessing numerous health properties of their own, they are truly effective if you want to ward off winter sickness.

Dec 13, 2017, 11:55 AM IST

This protein may improve flu symptoms, cut death risk

The protein called retrocyclin-101 (RC-101) is unique in that it not only targets the flu virus itself, but also the harmful inflammation the virus triggers in the host.

Oct 01, 2017, 18:47 PM IST

Older siblings may up risk of flu among babies

In addition, previous studies have suggested that maternal vaccination during pregnancy can protect young babies from flu infection.

Sep 28, 2017, 18:08 PM IST

How to fight dengue, malaria, flu and chikungunya – Symptoms, prevention

With Diwali round the corner, these problems are bound to increase and knowing the symptoms for timely diagnosis and most importantly, our protection becomes our first and foremost priority.

Sep 28, 2017, 18:05 PM IST

Being in good spirits can help improve efficiency of flu shots

 The team measured negative mood, positive mood, physical activity, diet and sleep three times a week over a six week period in a group of 138 older people due to have their flu jab.

Sep 26, 2017, 17:07 PM IST

Genes linked to better immune response to flu vaccine identified

Researchers have identified several genes and gene clusters associated with the immune response to flu vaccination.

Aug 26, 2017, 19:20 PM IST

Drinking tea, red wine may protect against flu: Study

Flavonoids are commonly found in black tea, red wine and blueberries.

Aug 13, 2017, 19:29 PM IST

Swine flu: Tamil Nadu records 3,000 cases of H1N1 virus, the highest in country; know who all are at risk

Union Health Minister JP Nadda said in a written reply that the central government has been closely monitoring the seasonal influenza outbreak situation and was in regular touch on the issue.

Jul 24, 2017, 13:56 PM IST