Delhi-NCR Swine Flu Alert: H1N1 Cases Cross 1,400, Who Is Most at Risk and How to Stay Safe

A sharp spike in H1N1 (swine flu) cases has been reported across the Delhi-NCR region, raising health concerns during the ongoing monsoon season. According to data released by the National Center for Disease Control (NCDC), total reported cases reached 1,449 by August 12, marking a figure significantly higher than the corresponding period last year.While health experts emphasize that there is no need to panic, medical professionals urge citizens to exercise heightened caution, understand the symptoms, and recognize high-risk categories to prevent severe complications.Why Does Swine Flu Cause Breathing Difficulties?While most individuals experience H1N1 with symptoms similar to the seasonal flu, the virus can occasionally penetrate deep into the respiratory tract.