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Human Metapneumovirus is not a new virus, circulates in winter and spring: WHO

Human metapneumovirus was first discovered in 2001 and has been present in the human population for quite some time, claims WHO. HMPV often causes common cold symptoms, manifested as cough, fever, nasal congestion, and wheezing, but sometimes it can result in bronchitis and pneumonia in severe cases." Meanwhile, Dr Manish Mittal, Consultant Physician, Bhailal Amin General Hospital, Vadodara, has told …

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1 day, 8 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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1 day, 9 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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2 days, 1 hour 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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2 days, 8 hours ago

US still off the HMPV grid despite rising global concerns: All you need to know about this virus

India Today

The good news first: China’s latest virus outbreak – the human metapneumovirus - is yet to travel to the United States and the American medical community is taking no chances this time. Surveillance data from CDC's National Respiratory and Enteric Virus Surveillance System shows HMPV to be most active during late winter and spring in temperate climates. Here is all …

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2 days, 10 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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3 days 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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HMPV virus in India: Precautions you need to follow

Hindustan Times

Amid rising concerns over human metapneumovirus infections after two cases were reported in Karnataka, states across India have issued guidelines for public safety, outlining key dos and don’ts. Rising concerns over HMPV infections lead to safety guidelines across India. The Union health ministry, in a statement, said that the two cases were detected as part of the Indian Council of …

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Covid-like virus in China: What is HMPV and what are its symptoms?

Hindustan Times

Videos circulating on social media purportedly showed that hospitals in China are overwhelmed by a surge in respiratory illnesses, including human metapneumovirus. Reports indicate a rapid spread of HMPV, which presents symptoms similar to flu and Covid-19, raising concerns among health officials. All you need to know about HMPV The American Lung Association identifies human metapneumovirus as a significant cause …

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NHS warning over Christmas gatherings as flu cases soar in worst December for three years

The Independent

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The fresh NHS figures, which show hospital admissions for flu cases jumped by more than …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

RSV: What are the symptoms of Respiratory Syncytial Virus as cases rise?

The Independent

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Parents are being warned to look out for symptoms of Respiratory …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Tidal wave of flu’ warning for NHS in England this winter, new figures show

The Independent

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Professor Sir Stephen Powis, national medical director for NHS England, said: “The tidal wave of …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

What is a quad-demic?

The Independent

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Last week NHS officials announced that hospitals in England are managing “record flu levels …

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1 month ago

UK health services under strain after record flu, Norovirus cases

Hindustan Times

The number of people in hospital with flu has more than quadrupled compared to last year, new figures reveal, as NHS leaders warn of a mounting "quad-demic" crisis, driven by rising cases of flu, Covid-19, norovirus, and respiratory syncytial virus. An average of 1,099 flu patients were hospitalized each day last week, including 39 in critical care, a sharp increase …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

First bivalent mRNA vaccine candidate against RSV goes under clinical trial

China Daily

The world's first bivalent mRNA vaccine candidate against respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, kicked off Phase I clinical trial in China on Wednesday, as an adult received a shot at a clinical research center of a major Shanghai hospital. "Official figures showed that RSV caused more than 80 percent of respiratory viral infection cases in infants and young children in …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Urgent health warning to winter sun-seeking Brits as top holiday destination is gripped by multiple outbreaks

Daily Mail

Older Brits flying to Tenerife and Lanzarote for a spell of winter sun must wear a mask in public places and have protective vaccinations before travelling, health chiefs have warned. Cases of Covid, flu and respiratory syncytial virus have risen five-fold in the region since August, triggering an official warning by the Canary Islands Association of Primary Care Physicians. Ana …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Innocent sniffle in preterm infants could be a prelude to viral lung infection

New Indian Express

A mother’s worst nightmare is watching her child fall gravely ill, feeling helpless as the condition becomes worse. However, for preterm infants, an innocent-sounding sniffle may be a prelude to a life-threatening illness such as an RSV infection. Risks in preterm infants RSV causes a common viral infection that affects the lungs and lower respiratory tract. In children less than …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Shanghai rolls out injection against respiratory virus for infants

China Daily

A newborn receives nirsevimab injection, the world's first broadly protective option against respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, designed for all infants, at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University in Shanghai on Thursday. Babies under 1 year old in Shanghai can receive nirsevimab injection, the world's first broadly protective option against respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, designed for all …

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4 months ago

RSV vaccine: Who is eligible and what does it do?

The Independent

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4 months, 1 week ago

Hyderabad: Food, water contamination triggers surge in febrile illnesses

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Hospitals are seeing a continued surge in febrile illnesses caused by various viruses and bacteria, largely due to the consumption of contaminated food and water. All these are spread by contaminated food,” said Dr Aarathi Bellary, consultant, internal medicine, KIMS Hospitals. Whereas bacterial infections like typhoid and paratyphoid need antibiotics, doctors decide based on the cause of infection and …

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5 months, 1 week ago

CDSCO nod to Sanofi’s Beyfortus to protect kids against Respiratory Syncytial Virus

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation has given approval to French drug maker Sanofi to market its novel therapy Beyfortus in India against respiratory syncytial virus in newborn and infants. It is also administered in children up to 24 months of age, who remain vulnerable to severe RSV disease through their second RSV season. We are prioritising this …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Kissing Babies On Lips And Cheeks Can Transmit Infections: Health Experts

News 18

Who doesn’t love holding a cute newborn baby in their arms and showering it with all their love? Some parents kiss their children on their cheeks, lips, and forehead, and mothers often cuddle them close to their chests to help them feel safe and secure while putting them to sleep. But, did you know kissing a baby repeatedly may pose …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Experts urge vaccination as RSV and 'whole bunch of viruses' circulate across the country

ABC

In short: Recorded cases of RSV have nearly doubled across Australia over the last year, to about 56,063 up to April. Recorded cases of respiratory syncytial virus have nearly doubled on last year across Australia, as a "whole bunch of viruses" continue to circulate throughout the country. Increase could be partially due to more testing University of South Australia epidemiologist …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

RSV trauma sparks immunisation plea from mother to parents

ABC

In short: More than 100 cases of RSV have been recorded in the Kimberley over the past month. RSV rates climb due to 'non-seasonality' of region After the birth of her second child in February, Ms Papasergio said she had no hesitation in getting her two-month-old son immunised, after the state government announced a free nirsevimab immunisation program for all …

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Human Metapneumovirus is not a new virus, circulates in winter and spring: WHO

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

GSK, Pfizer RSV Shots Must Warn About Rare Paralysis Risk

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

US still off the HMPV grid despite rising global concerns: All you need to know about this virus

HMPV: What To Know About The Surging Virus

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

HMPV virus in India: Precautions you need to follow

Covid-like virus in China: What is HMPV and what are its symptoms?

NHS warning over Christmas gatherings as flu cases soar in worst December for three years

RSV: What are the symptoms of Respiratory Syncytial Virus as cases rise?

‘Tidal wave of flu’ warning for NHS in England this winter, new figures show

What is a quad-demic?

UK health services under strain after record flu, Norovirus cases

First bivalent mRNA vaccine candidate against RSV goes under clinical trial

Urgent health warning to winter sun-seeking Brits as top holiday destination is gripped by multiple outbreaks

Innocent sniffle in preterm infants could be a prelude to viral lung infection

Shanghai rolls out injection against respiratory virus for infants

RSV vaccine: Who is eligible and what does it do?

Hyderabad: Food, water contamination triggers surge in febrile illnesses

CDSCO nod to Sanofi’s Beyfortus to protect kids against Respiratory Syncytial Virus

Kissing Babies On Lips And Cheeks Can Transmit Infections: Health Experts

Experts urge vaccination as RSV and 'whole bunch of viruses' circulate across the country

RSV trauma sparks immunisation plea from mother to parents