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Mint Explainer: How the 'twin burden' of influenza and air pollution is wreaking havoc on public health

Mint Explainer Mint Explainer: How the 'twin burden' of influenza and air pollution is wreaking havoc on public health Priyanka Sharma 4 min read 08 Dec 2025, 01:43 pm IST 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. Summary Doctors in northern Indian states, particularly in the national capital region, note that severe air pollution is exacerbating the impact of the influenza surge. Gift this article This is a Mint Premium article gifted to you.

Mint Explainer: How the 'twin burden' of influenza and air pollution is wreaking havoc on public health

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  • Subscribe now NEW DELHI : India is witnessing a significant surge in influenza cases, driven by the H3N2 subtype, clinically 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).
  • 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.
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  1. Mint Explainer: How the 'twin burden' of influenza and air pollution is wreaking havoc on public health

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