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What is HMPV, the respiratory virus surging in China?

HMPV infections are spreading in China, while cases of flu-like disease have also been found in India and the UK. Cases of human metapneumovirus have also been reported from India amid seasonal winter patterns of a rise in respiratory illnesses. In northern China, HMPV cases have been rising among children 14 years and younger, according to Kan Biao, director of …

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HMPV cases in India reach 7; does its treatment include antibiotics?

Live Mint

HMPV cases in India: A day after Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat confirmed the HMPV cases, fresh Human Metapneumovirus cases were detected in Nagpur, reported India Today on Tuesday. HMPV cases in India: Symptoms of the viral infection Cough, fever, nasal congestion, and shortness of breath are the most common symptoms of HMPV infection. HMPV cases in India: Does treatment …

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HMPV virus - latest: India authorities step up monitoring after human metapneumovirus outbreak in China

The Independent

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Rising HMPV cases in China are ‘what we would expect to see’ in winter, health officials say

CNN

CNN — As China experiences a rise in respiratory infections this winter, one little-known virus has gotten a lot of attention – and some people may worry whether the rise in cases could be felt more broadly around the world. But HMPV typically circulates in the Northern Hemisphere in winter, and China’s CDC data shows that there have also been …

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‘No need to panic’: Health minister on HMPV

Hindustan Times

State health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Monday sought to dispel concerns surrounding the detection of two cases of Human Metapneumovirus in the state, saying that the virus is not new and does not pose a significant threat. Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao chairs a meeting regarding the Human Metapneumovirus after two cases of the virus were detected in …

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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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HMPV virus - latest: Cases begin rising in India and other parts of world after outbreak in China

The Independent

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Human Metapneumovirus: let’s all calm down first

The Hindu

Human metapneumovirus is suddenly making headlines, but not for the reasons one might expect. Over the last week, India has witnessed a barrage of sensational media reports claiming the emergence of a “new dangerous virus” supposedly originating from China and spreading across India and the world. The memories of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, which were full of …

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HMPV virus cases in India: ‘Lockdown’ trends amid viral disease scare in China; netizens say ‘buy plate, spoon’

Live Mint

HMPV virus cases in India: With India reporting five cases of human metapneumovirus and an outbreak in China, #Lockdown began trending on social media. Many users drew parallels to the 2019-2020 period when early Covid-19 cases emerged in China, ultimately leading to a global pandemic that disrupted economies worldwide and killed lakhs. Addressing the HMPV scare in India, Union Health …

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HMPV not new virus in India: Health Ministry says as cases detected

The Hindu

The Human Metapneumovirus is already in circulation globally, including in India, said the Health Ministry on Monday while stating that none of the cases in India have any travel history and that all the infected persons are recovering well. The Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda in a video statement said, “Health experts have clarified that the HMPV is not a …

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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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No HMPV case in Mumbai, asserts civic body; asks citizens to take precautions

Hindustan Times

Mumbai, Mumbai's civic body on Monday said no Human Metapneumovirus case has been found in the metropolis. The Directorate of Health Services, Pune, has already issued a set of guidelines on January 3 outlining preventive measures after the reports of an outbreak of HMPV in China surfaced in the media," it said. The Public Health Department has analysed the state's …

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Indian markets plunge over 1.5% amid HMPV fears and weak rupee

Hindustan Times

The equity benchmarks shed over one and a half per cent in the trading session on Monday, impacted measurably by the global cues, weakness in the Indian rupee, and detection of human metapneumovirus in India. The continuing issues are the slowing Indian economy, the muted corporate earnings growth, the FPI selling in the secondary markets, and the global pressure due …

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HMPV cases in India: ‘Don’t panic, be aware,’ Karnataka advisory says ‘virus not as transmissible as Covid’

Live Mint

HMPV cases in India: Following the detection of two Human Metapneumovirus cases in the state, the Karnataka government on Monday urged people not to panic as the virus is not as transmissible as Covid-19. Emphasising that the respiratory virus primarily affects children, causing infections similar to the common cold, the Karnataka government said in a release that hospitals have been …

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Explainer: HMPV not a new pathogen, cases have been reported worldwide

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Human Metapneumovirus is a globally recognised respiratory virus that recently gained attention after its outbreak was reported in China. HMPV spreads through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing, as well as by touching contaminated surfaces or coming into direct contact with infected individuals. In India, surveillance programmes like the ICMR and the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme regularly test …

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HMPV Virus: Delhi government directs city hospitals to be prepared

Hindustan Times

Delhi health minister Saurabh Bharadwaj has ordered the city's health and family welfare department to be completely prepared to handle a potential rise in respiratory illnesses, in the wake of three cases of the human metapneumovirus detected in the country. Delhi health minister Saurabh Bharadwaj has ordered hospitals to be prepared in light of cases of HMPV detected in India …

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Arvind Kejriwal urges Centre to act on HMPV virus amid concerns

Hindustan Times

Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Monday raised concerns about the outbreak of the HMPV virus, urging the Centre to take immediate action. Arvind Kejriwal, national convener for the Aam Aadmi Party, expressed alarm over the HMPV virus epidemic on Monday and urged the Centre to act quickly. Kejriwal emphasised the importance of drawing from past experiences with …

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Delhi govt directs hospitals to stay prepared amid concerns over HMPV

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, Delhi government on Monday directed all the hospitals in the capital to remain fully prepared to manage a potential surge in respiratory illnesses following the detection of two cases of Human Metapneumovirus in Karnataka. Delhi govt directs hospitals to stay prepared amid concerns over HMPV In a directive marked "Most Urgent", Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj instructed the …

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Infant in Ahmedabad hospital tests positive for HMPV, stable

Deccan Chronicle

Ahmedabad: A two-month-old boy admitted to a private hospital in Ahmedabad has been detected with Human Metapneumovirus infection, an official said on Monday. After tests, he was found positive for the HMPV, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's in-charge medical officer of health Bhavin Solanki said. "HMPV was detected in the patient on December 26, but we learnt about it today as the …

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‘No emergency as of now, people should stay calm’: Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on HMPV cases

Hindustan Times

Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao assured the public that the human metapneumovirus is an existing flu virus causing respiratory issues and is not a cause for panic, adding that the child exhibiting HMPV symptoms is stable and will be discharged soon, with no history of international travel. Karnataka Health and family welfare minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said a few …

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Human Metapneumovirus: क्या भारत में बढ़ रहा है HMPV का खतरा? बेंगलुरु के बाद अब गुजरात में भी संदिग्ध मामला

Live Mint

Human Metapneumovirus : कर्नाटक के बेंगलुरु में दो HMPV मामलों की पुष्टि के कुछ घंटों बाद, स्थानीय मीडिया के अनुसार, गुजरात के अहमदाबाद में तीसरा संदिग्ध वायरस का मामला सामने आया है। गुजरात समाचार की रिपोर्ट के अनुसार, चांदखेड़ा के एक निजी अस्पताल में दो महीने के बच्चे में वायरस की पुष्टि हुई है। Mint इस खबर की स्वतंत्र रूप …

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HMPV is not a mysterious virus, we see it every year: paediatricians

The Hindu

With growing concerns about the Human Metapneumovirus, following viral reports of an outbreak in China, Hyderabad-based paediatrician are attempting to calm residents: the virus is neither new nor unusual, they say. She explained that the virus commonly causes symptoms such as cough, cold, and fever, but can lead to severe illness requiring oxygen support or ventilation in rare cases. “We …

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Is there any treatment for HMPV? Doctor reveals the current status, ways to manage the disease

Hindustan Times

The Indian Council of Medical Research has detected two cases of Human Metapneumovirus in Karnataka through routine surveillance for multiple respiratory viral pathogens, the Union health ministry said on Monday. Dr Arjun Dang, CEO, Dr Dangs Lab, said that the Human Metapneumovirus outbreak in China highlights the need for heightened surveillance and early detection mechanisms to curb its spread. This …

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Ministry of Health confirms two cases of HMPV infection: What is HMPV, its symptoms and why there is no cause for alarm

Op India

The Indian government has issued a press note following media reports of some Human Metapneumovirus cases detected in Karnataka. The official X account of the Ministry of Health has issued an update in the wake of HMPV cases detected in India. @ICMRDELHI Detects Two Cases of Human Metapneumovirus in Karnataka through routine surveillance Surveillance System Robust, No Unusual Surge in …

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What is HMPV, the respiratory virus surging in China?

HMPV cases in India reach 7; does its treatment include antibiotics?

HMPV virus - latest: India authorities step up monitoring after human metapneumovirus outbreak in China

Rising HMPV cases in China are ‘what we would expect to see’ in winter, health officials say

‘No need to panic’: Health minister on HMPV

ICMR Plans Enhanced HMPV Testing, Hyderabad Lab Likely to Benefit

HMPV virus - latest: Cases begin rising in India and other parts of world after outbreak in China

Human Metapneumovirus: let’s all calm down first

HMPV virus cases in India: ‘Lockdown’ trends amid viral disease scare in China; netizens say ‘buy plate, spoon’

HMPV not new virus in India: Health Ministry says as cases detected

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

No HMPV case in Mumbai, asserts civic body; asks citizens to take precautions

Indian markets plunge over 1.5% amid HMPV fears and weak rupee

HMPV cases in India: ‘Don’t panic, be aware,’ Karnataka advisory says ‘virus not as transmissible as Covid’

Explainer: HMPV not a new pathogen, cases have been reported worldwide

HMPV Virus: Delhi government directs city hospitals to be prepared

Arvind Kejriwal urges Centre to act on HMPV virus amid concerns

Delhi govt directs hospitals to stay prepared amid concerns over HMPV

Infant in Ahmedabad hospital tests positive for HMPV, stable

‘No emergency as of now, people should stay calm’: Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on HMPV cases

Human Metapneumovirus: क्या भारत में बढ़ रहा है HMPV का खतरा? बेंगलुरु के बाद अब गुजरात में भी संदिग्ध मामला

HMPV is not a mysterious virus, we see it every year: paediatricians

Is there any treatment for HMPV? Doctor reveals the current status, ways to manage the disease

Ministry of Health confirms two cases of HMPV infection: What is HMPV, its symptoms and why there is no cause for alarm