Rising flu cases trigger mandatory Umrah vaccination
Karachi health authorities have made influenza vaccinations mandatory for Umrah pilgrims due to a rise in respiratory infections. Experts are debating whether the current flu strain is a new variant or a modified version of COVID-19.
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Public health mandates for international travel highlight ongoing concerns regarding post-pandemic viral evolution and the need for updated immunization strategies.
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facebook --> twitter --> whatsup --> linkded --> email MORE (3) Messenger Whatsapp --> Medical experts say the current flu virus has shown symptoms similar to those associated with Covid-19, PHOTO: PEXELS KARACHI: Influenza cases are rising in Karachi, with patients reporting high fever, headache, sore throat, chest infections, dry cough, body aches and other flu-related symptoms. Doctors say the number of influenza patients visiting public and private hospitals has increased by around 20 per cent.
Amid the rise in cases, the Sindh government has made influenza vaccination mandatory for Umrah pilgrims travelling through Karachi Airport. Meningitis and polio vaccinations have also been made compulsory, with pilgrims required to present vaccination documentation before departure.
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