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DAK sounds Aussie flu alert in Kashmir

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Srinagar, Jan 30 (UNI) Sounding Aussie flu alert in Kashmir, Doctor Association Kashmir (DAK) on Tuesday said this vicious flu has created havoc in western countries and with the ease of global travel it is inevitable the deadly strain will come to the Valley.

Cautioning public against it, DAK president and flu expert Dr Nisar ul Hassan has asked health authorities in the Kashmir valley to be prepared for contingencies.

“Aussie flu is a mutated (changed) H3N2 flu virus and the strain has claimed number of lives and seen thousands seeking medical help,” the DAK President said, adding this virus is vicious and strong and is more virulent than other flu strains.

“This is the dominant virus in circulation this flu season and 80% of flu cases in the United States are due to this strain,” he informed.

Dr Hassan said this year’s flu vaccine is unlikely to protect people from this strain adding that not only elderly are its victims but it attacks young and healthy.

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