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Cases of influenza A (H1N1) and H3N2 seasonal influenza have been reported in several states, including Delhi, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra and Rajasthan. Representational file image.
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The Jharkhand Health Department on Saturday (August 29, 2026) sounded an alert after at least eight people tested positive for H1N1 influenza, commonly known as swine flu, an official said.
In an advisory issued to all civil surgeons, medical colleges and district surveillance officials, the department asked them to remain vigilant, screen suspected cases and keep isolation wards ready at hospitals, he said.
“There is no panic situation so far. The alert has been issued only to spread awareness among common people and take up precautionary measures in advance,” state National Health Mission (NHM) director Shashi Prakash Jha said.
Mr. Jha appealed to people to take even a normal fever seriously and seek proper medical treatment.
