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Three tigers, leopard died of avian flu in Nagpur possibly after eating chicken: Minister

Three tigers and a leopard that died of avian influenza at a rescue centre in Maharashtra's Nagpur district possibly contracted the infection after eating chicken, State Forest Minister Ganesh Naik said on Thursday. The three tigers and the leopard had been relocated to the Gorewada Rescue Centre in Nagpur from Chandrapur following incidents of man-animal conflict. Their samples were sent …

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Maharashtra: '3 tigers, leopard die of avian flu in Nagpur possibly after eating chicken', says Forest Ministe

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Maharashtra avian flu: Three tigers and a leopard that died of avian influenza at a rescue centre in Maharashtra's Nagpur district possibly contracted the infection after eating chicken, state Forest Minister Ganesh Naik said on Thursday. Their samples were sent to Bhopal for testing, and the test reports on January 2 confirmed they were positive for the H5N1 virus, Gorewada …

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3 days, 13 hours ago

HMPV: China's healthcare system not overwhelmed, says WHO

India Today

The World Health Organisation has quashed earlier social media claims that China has declared a state of emergency, saying that the healthcare system is "not overwhelmed and there have been no emergency declarations or responses triggered." The health agency stated that an increase in respiratory illnesses is a normal pattern witnessed during winter and spring, especially in the Northern Hemisphere. …

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3 days, 13 hours ago

Trend of acute respiratory infection increases in Northern Hemisphere amid HMPV, claims WHO

India TV News

Many Northern Hemisphere countries have an increase in acute respiratory infections during this time of year. These increases are usually driven by seasonal epidemics of respiratory infections, including seasonal influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, and other common respiratory viruses like human metapneumovirus and mycoplasma pneumonia. In several temperate Northern Hemisphere nations, rates of influenza-like illness and/or acute respiratory infection have recently …

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3 days, 15 hours ago

GSK, Pfizer RSV Shots Must Warn About Rare Paralysis Risk

Live Mint

-- GSK Plc and Pfizer Inc.’s vaccines for a common respiratory virus must carry warnings that they may be tied to an increased risk of a rare neurological side effect that can lead to paralysis, the US Food and Drug Administration said. A study done after the respiratory syncytial virus shots were approved suggests that people given GSK’s Arexvy and …

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Human Metapneumovirus Is Finally Being Taken Seriously

Wired

As head of one of the world’s only dedicated research labs focused on human metapneumovirus, John Williams used to spend most of his time attempting to convince skeptical doctors the virus was real. Human metapneumovirus, or hMPV, was first identified 24 years ago by a group of Dutch scientists seeking to better characterize viruses responsible for acute respiratory infections. It …

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4 days, 7 hours ago

Two children suspected to be positive for HMPV virus in Maharashtra’s Nagpur

The Hindu

Two suspected cases of the Human Metapneumovirus were reported in Nagpur on Tuesday. Blood test samples of the patients — children aged seven and 13 — were sent to the virology department of the All India Institute Of Medical Sciences Delhi and AIIMS Pune, said Collector Vipin Itankar. Public Health Minister Prakash Abitkar said both cases were “mild in nature” …

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4 days, 13 hours ago

HMPV cases rise in India: Uttarakhand issues advisory, symptomatic patients to be closely monitored

India TV News

Amid rising cases of HMPV, the Uttarakhand government issued health advisory and the Directorate of Medical Health and Family emphasised precautionary measures, preparedness in healthcare facilities, and public awareness to address the increased transmission risk during winter months. The advisory has been issued to all the district magistrates and chief medical officers that, the human metapneumovirus respiratory disease is currently …

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4 days, 13 hours ago

Ghost of Covid-19 haunts after HMPV China outbreak?

India Today

Hands chapped, people locked inside their homes. Now, another virus has come knocking on the door of India, with seven cases of HMPV - two in Bengaluru, one in Ahmedabad, one in Chennai and Salem and two in Nagpur. "Hospitals in China are overwhelmed by severe "flu" outbreak, including influenza A and HMPV, resembling the 2020 COVID surge," wrote a …

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4 days, 16 hours ago

HMPV: What To Know About The Surging Virus

Huff Post

simarik via Getty Images Experts break down the signs and symptoms of HMPV and why there's no reason to panic. Though HMPV might not be as widely-discussed as influenza or its cousin RSV, the respiratory virus has been around for centuries and regularly spreads around the globe ― including the United States. “Cases occur every year in the U.S. and …

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4 days, 19 hours ago

Worries as avian flu virus breaches species barriers

Hindustan Times

In the span of a month, H5N1 has killed three tigers and a leopard in India, 11 house cats in California, and forced a teenage girl in Canada onto life support. The virus, which is better known as the avian influenza virus and is mostly prevalent in birds, spreading through dairy farms across America for much of 2024, appears to …

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4 days, 19 hours ago

ICMR Plans Enhanced HMPV Testing, Hyderabad Lab Likely to Benefit

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: With the rising concern over an increase in the number of Human Metapneumovirus cases in the country, the Indian Council of Medical Research is likely to enhance the number of laboratories which are capable of testing for HMPV. In spite of no major spike in respiratory illnesses, Telangana is closely coordinating with the Union health ministry on HMPV. Both …

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5 days ago

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in India: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention Guide

The Hindu

Published : Jan 06, 2025 19:05 IST - 4 MINS READ After two cases of Human Metapneumovirus were recently reported in Karnataka as part of routine surveillance by the Indian Council of Medical Research, citizens across the country fear the potential of another pandemic. This virus is known to cause illnesses ranging from mild respiratory discomfort to severe complications, especially …

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India issues red alert for zoos as three tigers and a leopard die of H5N1 avian influenza at a rescue centre

The Independent

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5 days, 5 hours ago

HMPV in India: How to recognise Covid-like pandemic? Are we prepared for it? All you need to know

Live Mint

Reports about the spread of HMPV, or Human Metapneumovirus, in China have raised alarm worldwide, with many fearing that this rapid transmission of the virus may lead to a Covid-19-like pandemic or a similar “health emergency”. Meanwhile, China's foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, “Respiratory infections tend to peak during the winter season.” Apart from China, cases of HMPV have …

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5 days, 7 hours ago

HMPV virus in India: Delhi government issues guidelines after two cases detected in Karnataka

Hindustan Times

The Delhi government on Sunday issued an advisory to ensure the health system's preparedness for a potential outbreak of Human MetaPneumoVirus and other respiratory diseases, news agency PTI reported. HMPV, first identified in 2001 by researchers in the Netherlands, is a significant cause of acute respiratory infections, according to the American Lung Association Dr Vandana Bagga, Director General of Health …

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HMPV cases in India: Karnataka issues advisory titled 'Do Not Panic, Be Aware'

India TV News

HMPV cases in India: In the wake of the two cases of Human Metapneumovirus detected in Karnataka, the Directorate of Medical Education, on Monday issued an advisory titled “Do Not Panic, Be Aware”. However, the Karnataka government urged people not to panic as the virus is not as transmissible as Covid-19 and emphasised that the respiratory virus primarily affects children, …

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5 days, 13 hours ago

HMPV outbreak in China: Delhi makes isolation mandatory, asks hospitals to report cases, check guidelines

India TV News

In the wake of the HMPV outbreak in China, the national capital of India issued guidelines and made strict isolation protocols mandatory. An advisory in this regard has been issued to prepare for potential health challenges linked to Human Metapneumovirus and other respiratory viruses amid growing cases in China. Medical facilities in the national capital have been directed to maintain …

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5 days, 13 hours ago

HMPV infections surging in northern China, but not in the Netherlands

NL Times

Over the past few weeks, several news sources have reported on a surge in human metapneumovirus infections in northern China. “We expect the usual seasonal increase in respiratory infections, including HMPV, but so far, we have not observed anything out of the ordinary this year.” The virus is typically spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person sneezes or coughs, …

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5 days, 13 hours ago

Delhi mandates isolation, directs hospitals to report suspected HMPV cases

India Today

Delhi health authorities have issued an advisory to prepare for potential health challenges linked to Human Metapneumovirus and other respiratory viruses amid growing cases in China. On Sunday, top Delhi health official Vandana Bagga held a meeting with chief district medical officers and the state programme officer of the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme to discuss readiness to manage respiratory illnesses. …

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5 days, 13 hours ago

Zoos on 'bird flu' alert after 4 big cats die in Maharashtra: All you need to know

India Today

Three tigers and a leopard have died from avian influenza at an animal rescue centre in Nagpur, Maharashtra, raising alarms among wildlife authorities and prompting heightened vigilance across zoos in the country. IMMEDIATE ACTIONS AND PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES In response to the deaths, the Maharashtra Forest Department issued a red alert across all zoos and rescue centres within the state. According …

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Zoos on alert after three tigers, one leopard die of avian flu at rescue centre in Nagpur

India TV News

Avian flu: Three tigers and a leopard died at animal rescue centre in Nagpur due to avian influenza, prompting the authorities to put zoos on alert across the country, an official said on Monday. In response to the fatalities that took place at the end of last month, the Central government has issued an advisory instructing zoos to implement precautionary …

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Maharashtra zoos on high alert after 3 tigers, and 1 leopard succumb to avian flu

Hindustan Times

NAGPUR: The deaths of three tigers and a sub-adult leopard at the Gorewada Wildlife Rescue Centre in Nagpur due to the H5N1 avian influenza virus have prompted the Wildlife Research and Training Centre to issue a statewide advisory to zoos and wildlife rescue centres across Maharashtra. The deaths of three tigers and a sub-adult leopard at the Gorewada Wildlife Rescue …

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5 days, 19 hours ago

3 tigers, 1 leopard die of avian influenza in Nagpur zoo; animal husbandry dept issues advisory

Hindustan Times

Three tigers, aged three to four years, and a sub-adult leopard died at the Balasaheb Thackeray Gorewada Zoological Park in Nagpur due to Avian influenza H5N1 virus, said officials. On January 3, ICAR-National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases confirmed the presence of the H5N1 virus in the samples, marking the first significant toll on captive wildlife from Avian influenza …

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Three tigers, leopard died of avian flu in Nagpur possibly after eating chicken: Minister

Maharashtra: '3 tigers, leopard die of avian flu in Nagpur possibly after eating chicken', says Forest Ministe

HMPV: China's healthcare system not overwhelmed, says WHO

Trend of acute respiratory infection increases in Northern Hemisphere amid HMPV, claims WHO

GSK, Pfizer RSV Shots Must Warn About Rare Paralysis Risk

Human Metapneumovirus Is Finally Being Taken Seriously

Two children suspected to be positive for HMPV virus in Maharashtra’s Nagpur

HMPV cases rise in India: Uttarakhand issues advisory, symptomatic patients to be closely monitored

Ghost of Covid-19 haunts after HMPV China outbreak?

HMPV: What To Know About The Surging Virus

Worries as avian flu virus breaches species barriers

ICMR Plans Enhanced HMPV Testing, Hyderabad Lab Likely to Benefit

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in India: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention Guide

India issues red alert for zoos as three tigers and a leopard die of H5N1 avian influenza at a rescue centre

HMPV in India: How to recognise Covid-like pandemic? Are we prepared for it? All you need to know

HMPV virus in India: Delhi government issues guidelines after two cases detected in Karnataka

HMPV cases in India: Karnataka issues advisory titled 'Do Not Panic, Be Aware'

HMPV outbreak in China: Delhi makes isolation mandatory, asks hospitals to report cases, check guidelines

HMPV infections surging in northern China, but not in the Netherlands

Delhi mandates isolation, directs hospitals to report suspected HMPV cases

Zoos on 'bird flu' alert after 4 big cats die in Maharashtra: All you need to know

Zoos on alert after three tigers, one leopard die of avian flu at rescue centre in Nagpur

Maharashtra zoos on high alert after 3 tigers, and 1 leopard succumb to avian flu

3 tigers, 1 leopard die of avian influenza in Nagpur zoo; animal husbandry dept issues advisory