H3N2 Virus – Info

H3N2 is an Influenza A variant virus. It is called a variant because it is commonly present in pigs but when it is present among humans, it is called  a “variant”. This virus were first identified in pigs of U.S in 2010. Since 2010, there were multiple outbreaks, almost 309 cases. Recently a sudden increase in the cases of influenza caused by H3N2 virus sub-type. This became one of the fastest spreading virus in 2023. 

https://www.cdc.gov/flu/swineflu/variant/h3n2v-cases.htm



Common Symptoms

  • Fever
  • Sore Throat 
  • Fatigue
  • Nasal Congestion 

These symptoms lasts for almost three days to one week. A proper diagnostics and medication is necessary rather than self treatment. It can be spread through the droplets during sneeze and cough. The best way to prevent this influenza is to wear a mask and keep away from crowd. 

Source: https://www.cdc.gov

Graduated from the University of Kerala with B.Sc. Botany and Biotechnology. M.Sc. Biotechnology from the University of Kerala. Attended certificate course in Artificial Intelligence for Everyone from Deeplearning.AI, Influenza Prevention and Control from World Health Organization. Attended workshops related to Bioinformatics at the University of Kerala. 3 years of experience in website management. Experience in WordPress, Blogger, Google Analytics, and Google Search Console.

Achuth B S

Graduated from the University of Kerala with B.Sc. Botany and Biotechnology. M.Sc. Biotechnology from the University of Kerala. Attended certificate course in Artificial Intelligence for Everyone from Deeplearning.AI, Influenza Prevention and Control from World Health Organization. Attended workshops related to Bioinformatics at the University of Kerala. 3 years of experience in website management. Experience in WordPress, Blogger, Google Analytics, and Google Search Console.

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