Heatwaves have wreaked havoc in India, claiming the lives of over 50 people since Thursday. Temperatures soared past 50 degrees Celsius in parts of North India, leading to deaths in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Odisha, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh.
As of April 7-13, COVID-19 activity remained moderate, with two deaths recorded among seniors. Hospitalizations increased slightly to 18, including two aged 45-64. Influenza activity decreased, but five people, including a child under four and two youths, were hospitalized. No flu deaths were reported, and there were 74 lab-confirmed influenza cases. Spring COVID-19 vaccine boosters are available for high-risk individuals until June 15.
Heavy rainstorms in southern China over the weekend have killed at least four people, with 10 others still missing. The downpours have inundated cities, forcing the evacuation of thousands of residents.
