Amid the increasing Omicron cases worldwide a double infection Flurona cases have also been reported in several regions.
WHAT IS IT?
Flurona is not a new Covid-19 variant but it is a casual term which is now being used to describe a double infection in which the patient gets infected from both flu and Covid-19.It is a combination of words ‘flu’ and ‘corona’.
This new term emerged after its first case was reported in Israel in a women. She was reported to have been infected by Influenza A and SARS CoV 2 virus .Another case of this double infection was confirmed in a child in Texas.
According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , several cases have been reported in and around U.S. ,California, Texas. Cases have also been confirmed in Brazil and Hungary as well. A first case in Los Angeles has also been detected. In U.S. ,there is an increase in the number of people being infected with the Influenza virus since December.
HOW DOES IT SPREADS?
As per the health experts , Flurona can spread through droplets or by coming in contact with an infected person when he breathes, coughs or sneezes .The infection can also occur by coming in contact with infected surfaces.
SYMPTOMS
According to the World Health Organization (WHO ),Covid-19 and flu have similar symptoms. Some symptoms have been listed below
- Cough
2. Runny nose
3. Fever and chills
4. Difficulty in breathing
5.Sore throat
6.Body pain
7. Headaches
HOW IS IT TREATED?
The health experts believe that vaccines will be effective against this double infection. Although there is no specific treatment for this co-infection. Covid-19 and flu both are contagious respiratory issues and have specific treatments. Children are likely to be infected more with this co- infection .Doctors believe it to be a quite severe health concern.
If you have any of the above symptoms which persist for more than 48 hours, you can get yourself a PVR test done soon.
HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM IT?
It is better to follow some precautions to make sure you and your family are safe.
- Follow social distancing guidelines
- Wear masks
- Follow healthy hygiene habits
- Get yourself vaccinated
