Indian Council of Medical Research says no new H1N1 strain detected; urges no panic
- Posted on August 23, 2026
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Indian Council of Medical Research says no new H1N1 strain detected; urges no panic
The Indian Council of Medical Research has confirmed no new H1N1 strain exists in India. Current circulating viruses belong to a known A/Missouri/11/2025 strain, which matches vaccine recommendations. Delhi has reported over 2,600 influenza cases, including 1,777 H1N1 cases recently. Health authorities are monitoring the situation and advising public hygiene measures. Young children and the elderly are at higher risk for influenza complications.
