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Sumaila Zaman January 9, 2025 8:50 AM IST
HMPV is a virus that has been associated with respiratory illnesses. The country has reported so far eight cases of HMPV.
Anirudha Yerunkar January 9, 2025 8:10 AM IST
Increasing cases of HMPV virus has caused panic across the stock market, even impacting the fortunes of the world's richest persons like Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani.
Sumaila Zaman January 8, 2025 1:55 PM IST
Amid the rise in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in India, the Centre on Tuesday asked the States to review surveillance on respiratory illnesses in the country.
Abhijeet Sen January 7, 2025 6:36 AM IST
While the Karnataka, Gujarat and Maharashtra governments assured that there was no cause for alarm, the Delhi government directed all hospitals in the capital to remain fully prepared to manage a potential surge in respiratory illnesses.
Joy Pillai January 7, 2025 2:08 PM IST
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has also issued advisory, requesting people to be vigilant against respiratory illnesses nationwide.
Victor Dasgupta January 7, 2025 7:29 AM IST
HMPV is a globally recognised respiratory virus that recently gained attention after its outbreak was reported in China. It is a viral pathogen that causes respiratory infections in people of all age groups.
Tahir Qureshi January 6, 2025 1:33 PM IST
The Union Health Ministry has assured that it is closely monitoring the situation and maintaining regular communication with the World Health Organization (WHO).
Aaliyah Jain January 6, 2025 11:15 PM IST
China is seeing a worrying rise in respiratory illnesses, with a virus called Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) becoming a major concern.
Victor Dasgupta January 6, 2025 12:02 PM IST
Both cases were identified through routine surveillance for multiple respiratory viral pathogens, as part of ICMR's ongoing efforts to monitor respiratory illnesses across the country.
Simran Keswani January 6, 2025 11:26 AM IST
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a contagious respiratory virus causing symptoms similar to RSV and the flu, posing significant risks to infants, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.
Victor Dasgupta January 6, 2025 10:11 AM IST
The Karnataka Health Department has not given any confirmation, but Department sources informed Zee news that they will send samples to Pune for finding out which varient of virus.
Analiza Pathak January 3, 2025 8:46 AM IST
HMPV primarily spreads through droplets released during coughing and sneezing. It can also be transmitted through close contact with infected individuals or exposure to contaminated environments.
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