India, Sept. 3 -- By Shalini Bhardwaj

New Delhi [India], September 3 (ANI): Doctors in Delhi are observing increased rates of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) in children and influenza, dengue, and chikungunya across all age groups.

According to Dr Jatin Ahuja, Infectious Disease Specialist at Apollo Hospitals, "The last few weeks, we have seen a sudden surge in the Influenza A. cases, in that we are seeing H1N1 also, and H3N2 also. Both are part of Influenza A. sudden surge, especially in the adult population, though they are managed by symptomatic treatment. A few of those who are at risk of getting into complications will have to take the anti-viral medication."

Prevention strategies include strict adherence to hand hygiene, mai...