Many patients are experiencing symptoms for 10 days instead of 5-7 days. Cases of flu increase usually when the weather changes, but this year the intensity and spread of the infection has caused serious concern.
TOI report (RefereeAccording to.) According to, the survey was conducted on more than 13,000 people in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad and Ghaziabad. Of these, 63% were men and 37% were females. Experts are investigating whether this infection is a new viral strain or bad air quality and weather changes. Elderly, children and already sick people are the most in danger of this infection.
Infection due to increased
Changes in weather weaken the immune system, which increases the risk of infection. Poor air quality in Delhi-NCR is also increasing respiratory diseases. Changes in flu and covid viruses can make symptoms more severe and may take longer to recover. Due to less contact during epidemics, people’s immune system has weakened, causing the infection to spread rapidly.
Survey results
According to the survey, 9% of the houses have four or more people sick, while 45% of the houses suffer from two to three members of flu symptoms. 36% of the houses have not been reported to be sick and 10% of the people did not give any clear answer. In August 2024, only 38% of homes had cases of infection, while in February 2025 it has a big jump.
Who is most at risk?
Symptoms of severe flu, cases of gastrointestinal problems such as bronchitis, pneumonia, diarrhea and nausea are increasing rapidly. The elderly (older than 50 years of age), children and baby are more at risk of serious complications among people with sick people and weak immune systems. Patients with weak immunity may have to face prolonged illness, which may also require them to be hospitalized.
Why are so many people getting sick?
There can be many reasons behind this. The first reason is the change in the weather because the sudden drop in temperature weakens the immune system, which increases the risk of infection. Poor air quality in Delhi-NCR is increasing the symptoms of respiratory diseases and flu. Changes in flu and covid viruses can make symptoms more severe and may take longer to recover.
How to protect yourself and your family?
Wear masks in crowded places.
Wash hands again and again and take care of cleanliness.
Include vitamin -rich foods and probiotics in your diet.
Do light exercise daily and strengthen the immune system.
Avoid going out if there is excess pollution and use air purifiers if needed.
If the symptoms persist for more than a week or become severe, contact the doctor immediately.
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