No. of H3N2 cases has doubled since last spike in 2021. Experts say low popularity of flu vaccines, comorbidities & allergens in air can be why people are becoming more susceptible to it.
From 92% vaccination in 2019-20, the number of those given 1st dose dropped to 74% in 2021-22. This year, only 43% children in Mumbai had received 1st dose till October.
So far, multisystem inflammatory syndrome after Covid has been identified only in children but a Canadian university study noted that age should not limit potential diagnosis of the condition.
Industry says manufacturers have 2-4 weeks of buffer stocks, but prolonged disruption could push up shortage risks, especially of consumables like IV and syringes.
French newspaper La Tribune earlier last week indicated that UAE withdrew from deal to fund EUR 3.5 billion. India is looking to order 114 new Rafales, which could include the F5.
China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.
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