Dr. Suranjit Chatterjee: 'Flu Vaccine Coverage Is Poorer' In India
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In an exclusive medical panel discussion on seasonal illnesses during the monsoon season, Dr. Suranjit Chatterjee, Senior Consultant of Internal Medicine at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in Delhi, highlighted the growing concern over the surge in H1N1 influenza cases. He explained that distinguishing H1N1 from ordinary viral fevers on symptoms alone is difficult as both present with fever, cough, sore throat, and body ache. Addressing preventive measures, Dr. Suranjit Chatterjee emphasized the importance of immunization, stating, "One of the reasons why I think the numbers are higher because our influenza or the flu vaccine coverage is poorer." He advised that increasing vaccination rates could significantly reduce swine flu cases and lower infection severity. Additionally, he highlighted the crucial role of early antiviral treatment, noting that medications like oseltamivir provide maximum benefit when administered early in vulnerable age groups upon clinical suspicion.