Struggling with swine flu? Best home remedies that really work
While antiviral drugs are often prescribed for treating swine flu, you can some steps to help ease the symptoms of any type of flu, including the H1N1 virus.
Jul 18, 2017, 12:01 PM IST43 swine flu cases, three deaths in UP
Cases of swine flu are on a steady increase in Uttar Pradesh over the past ten days with reports of 43 H1N1 infected people out of which three had died, state health officials admitted on Saturday.
Jul 15, 2017, 23:32 PM ISTOne new case of swine flu confirmed in Manipur
Manipur Health Minister L. Jayentakumar on Saturday announced that a 45-year-old man from Imphal west district has been confirmed to be suffering from swine flu.
Jul 15, 2017, 23:31 PM ISTNo more flu shots? These painless disposable patches may soon replace needles
The new technology can be self-administered and stored without refrigeration, making it significantly cheaper that traditional vaccines.
Jul 02, 2017, 12:56 PM ISTThis is why preemies are more vulnerable to flu as adults
Researchers say that premature babies who get exposed to hyperoxia -- excess supply of oxygen -- are more likely to lack key lung cells and may have an increased risk of experiencing severe respiratory viral infections later in life.
Jun 09, 2017, 18:16 PM ISTBe warned: Not flu, but the recovery period makes you 17 times more prone to heart attack!
Pneumonia or bronchitis pose the biggest heart attack risk, the research found.
May 16, 2017, 16:36 PM ISTThis is how important tweeting could turn out to be, it can help you track flu spread
Scientists have developed a new model that uses Twitter posts to predict how the infection may affect the human population.
May 11, 2017, 14:22 PM ISTMucus from skin of Indian frog can kill flu virus
According to researchers from Emory University in the US and Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology in Thiruvananthapuram, India, skin secretions from South Indian frogs can destroy H1 variety of influenza viruses that can affect humans.
Apr 19, 2017, 14:21 PM ISTSwine flu scare in summer? Researchers discover new strain in India as H1N1 cases continue to rise
The Michigan strain, which has been in circulation in the USA for the last two years, has been identified in Hyderabad and other other parts of India.
Apr 11, 2017, 11:31 AM ISTSeasonal allergies: Tips to keep pollen at bay
While there's no cure, there are many things you can do to reduce or prevent springtime allergies – from medication to good household habits.
Mar 28, 2017, 11:21 AM ISTSpike in seasonal flu cases in Delhi: High risk groups, prevention tips
Doctors warned that the number of people with flu-like symptoms may go up in the coming days due to changing weather.
Mar 15, 2017, 11:20 AM ISTBattle flu and cold with this supplement – Read
The `sunshine vitamin` as it known, not just improves bone and muscle health but also protects against respiratory infections by boosting levels of antimicrobial peptides -- natural antibiotic-like substances -- in the lungs.
Feb 16, 2017, 13:03 PM ISTPopping painkillers during flu may elevate heart attack risk!
The results revealed a stronger association with a heart attack when both the risk factors were present.
Feb 05, 2017, 15:45 PM ISTBreathalyser to detect flu made; one for Ebola next?
The difference is that these sensors are specific to the gas detected and can isolate biomarkers associated with the virus and indicate whether or not the patient has flu.
Feb 02, 2017, 15:31 PM ISTWhy won't your cold go away? These five things could be the cause
Here are five things that could be the cause of prolonged cold or the flu.
Jan 31, 2017, 13:54 PM ISTSwine flu: What are the symptoms, how does it spread? Ways to prevent it
The symptoms of swine flu are the same as normal flu - fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills, and fatigue.
Jan 12, 2017, 12:20 PM ISTFlu vaccine during pregnancy doesn't increase autism risk in child: Study
A new study suggests that there is no link between pregnant women having influenza during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) in children.
Nov 30, 2016, 11:47 AM ISTAvian influenza: Five best natural cures for bird flu!
Here are some herbs and home remedies that can help protect against bird flu infection and speed recovery process in those who become ill.
Oct 26, 2016, 10:15 AM ISTIndia vs New Zealand, 2nd Test, Day 2: Cheteshwar Pujara down with flu
Pujara was India's top scorer with 87 runs in the first innings.
Oct 01, 2016, 19:31 PM ISTTry these foods to boost your child's immunity during monsoon!
Besides giving us relief from the intense summer heat, monsoon also brings along the season of cold and flu.
Jul 20, 2016, 21:01 PM IST