Most H1N1 Cases Mild and Self‑Limiting, Testing Not Urgent

According to the ICMR, over 80% of the recent H1N1 detections in Delhi are classified as mild and resolve without specific antiviral therapy. The director noted that routine testing for every cough‑cold episode would overwhelm diagnostic labs and is unnecessary when the illness follows a typical course. He urged citizens to monitor their health, use over‑the‑counter remedies as needed, and seek medical care only if symptoms worsen, such as persistent fever, difficulty breathing, or chest discomfort.