DHS issues health advisory as influenza cases rise in Goa

PANAJI: The Directorate of Health Services (DHS) has issued a health advisory following an increase in influenza activity in Goa in recent weeks, in line with the seasonal pattern of respiratory infections during the monsoon.According to surveillance data, influenza-positive cases have risen from 6 in June to 44 in July and 73 as of August 20, 2026. The DHS said the increas