Pakistan Karachi Respiratory Diseases: Sindh Health Department in Karachi, Pakistan has revealed a dangerous increase in respiratory diseases in Karachi. According to 2025 data, a total of 248 cases of respiratory diseases have been reported as of February 13 this year, which have been a cause of concern for the health officials. Among them, H1N1 Influenza has the highest number of cases.
According to the report released by the Health Department, 119 cases of H1N1 Influenza have been registered in Karachi this year, which is the highest. Apart from this, 95 cases of Influenza A and B have also been confirmed.
Number of cases reported in hospitals:
99 cases were registered in private hospitals located in Karachi, Pakistan. Out of this, only 20 cases have been seen in Dow University Hospital alone. Other than this, Corona virus 8 cases of Rhinovirus and 2 cases of Respiratory Syncitial Virus (RSV) have also been reported.
Health experts advice
Health experts have advised citizens to use facemask and wash hands to avoid influenza and other respiratory diseases. The influenza virus spreads easily from an infected person to other people, so it is important to follow precautions. Infected people have been advised to stay at home for 24 hours, limit contact with others, and avoid travel.
Influenza vaccination recommendation
Sindh Health Department has described vaccination against influenza as the most important security measures. Citizens have been advised to get vaccinated so that they can protect themselves and their family from this disease.
Increasing cases of respiratory diseases in Karachi
Increasing cases of respiratory diseases in Karachi have alerted health officials. Citizens should follow the advice of health experts for their safety and get vaccinated against influenza. Caution and right solution is the best way to prevent these diseases.
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