{
  "id": 9710009,
  "title": "Dengue, influenza in circulation; Chennai hospitals see steady rise in fever cases",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/dengue-influenza-in-circulation-chennai-hospitals-see-steady-rise-in",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-09-25T05:41:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu Health",
    "slug": "the-hindu-health",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/dengue-influenza-in-circulation-chennai-hospitals-see-steady-rise-in-fever-cases/article71504797.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dengue and influenza viruses are currently circulating in Chennai, causing a steady increase in fever cases among patients, according to hospital reports. While the numbers are in line with the seasonal trend, doctors warn that both infections require careful attention. Fever patients should monitor for respiratory symptoms indicating influenza, while high-grade fever and body aches may signal dengue. Doctors advise against widespread testing and recommend physician consultation for appropriate treatment. In severe cases, complications such as respiratory distress can occur, emphasizing the importance of early treatment. While there are no specific figures on fever outpatients or admissions, some hospitals report full wards in their fever wards as patients recover. Experts note that the flu variant and dengue cases peak in the season, urging caution and increased vigilance against mosquito-borne infections.",
  "summary": "Doctors say the rise in fever cases remains in line with the seasonal trend typically observed from September to November",
  "key_points": [
    "Dengue and influenza viruses circulating in Chennai.",
    "Fever cases rise steadily, aligning with seasonal trend.",
    "Doctors advise monitoring symptoms, seek physician consultation."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The rise in fever cases in Chennai hospitals signals a need for increased vigilance against mosquito-borne infections and careful attention to symptoms that may indicate either dengue or influenza.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Hindu - Sci-Tech",
        "title": "Dengue, influenza in circulation; Chennai hospitals see steady rise in fever cases",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/dengue-influenza-in-circulation-chennai-hospitals-see-steady-rise-in-9713046",
        "published": "2026-09-25T05:41:11.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}