R ARIVANANTHAM
CHENNAI, MAR 26
Medical experts from respiratory medicine have strongly recommends vaccination to protect against influenza every year. The WHO recommends vaccine for influenza every year according to the infecting variant surfacing the community at large for southern and northern hemisphere, the experts said.
Presiding over the ‘Chest Summit 2023’ organised by the Apollo Hospitals on Sunday, Dr R Narasimhan, Senior Respiratory Physician and In-charge of the Endobronchial Ultrasound and Bronchial Thermoplasty Services, Apollo Hospital said, “The purpose of organising the summit was to promote understanding and treatment of respiratory diseases while fostering a research culture that is dedicated to the subject.’’
- Doctors participating ‘Chest Summit 2023’organised by Apollo Hospitals flag spike in influenza cases, long COVID as persistent health concerns in post-pandemic scenario
- Doctors discuss in details on the current influenza strain in India, which is a combination of influenza A and B, making it highly contagious and challenging to treat.
Hundreds of experts from the field of respiratory medicine exchanged insights on recent outbreaks of influenza, the potential impact of long Covid, and the latest advances in Pulmonology interventions with power point presentations.
Dr. Ajay Narasimhan highlighted the advanced facilities offered in robotic thoracic surgery. He emphasised that these interventions significantly reduce pain and improve patient satisfaction, aligning with Apollo Hospitals’ cutting-edge approach to healthcare.
Doctors discussed in details on the current influenza strain in India, which is a combination of influenza A and B, making it highly contagious and challenging to treat.
Dr. Suresh Kumar, Infectious Diseases Specialist at Apollo Hospitals, highlighted the link between influenza and long Covid, stating that viral pneumonia is one of the leading causes of mortality. He noted that vaccinations can prevent interstitial lung diseases and severe viral infections that cause morbidity and mortality.
Inaugurating the summit virtually, Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals, said, “The importance of healthcare leaders being prepared for new challenges presented by the pandemic. We, at Apollo Hospitals have been closely monitoring new strains of the virus and implementing cutting-edge treatments, surgical procedures, and interventions to stay ahead of the curve. The Apollo Chest Summit 2023 is a fantastic platform to demonstrate our preparedness, expertise, and rigour in healthcare delivery, particularly during times of disaster.”
Apollo Hospitals took a significant step towards raising awareness about the increasing influenza cases and the potential consequences of long COVID.
