Seasonal Health Alerts: Bengaluru
Live municipal vector trends, Air Quality Index (AQI) respiratory precautions, and seasonal influenza alerts for Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Dengue & Vector Alert
Aedes Aegypti Surveillance
BBMP surveillance active in Mahadevapura and Bommanahalli zones.
Air Quality (AQI)
Satisfactory (Primary: PM2.5)
High particulate matter causes bronchial hyperactivity and throat irritation. Asthmatics, cardiac patients, and children require protective protocols.
Seasonal Flu & Viral
Seasonal Viral Pharyngitis
Viral transmission is active with complaints of persistent dry cough, high fever, sore throat, and muscle fatigue. Antibiotics are ineffective against viral flu.
Symptom Checker: Common Cold vs Flu vs Dengue
Quick clinical differentiator for fever in Bengaluru.
| Symptom | Common Cold | Seasonal Flu (H3N2) | Dengue Fever |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fever Onset | Rare or mild | Sudden high fever (101°F–103°F) | Sudden very high fever (104°F) |
| Body & Joint Pain | Slight aches | Prominent muscle aches | Severe bone & retro-orbital eye pain |
| Platelet Impact | None | Normal | Rapid drop below 100,000 /µL |
| Skin Rash | None | Rare | Flushing / Petechiae rashes on day 3–5 |
Consult Doctors in Bengaluru
Dr. Kishore Kumar
Senior Neonatologist & Pediatrician
Cloudnine Hospital, Jayanagar
