The threat of respiratory illnesses is underway, CDC director says, and hospitalizations are on the rise
1 year, 3 months ago

The threat of respiratory illnesses is underway, CDC director says, and hospitalizations are on the rise

CNN  

CNN — Dr. Mandy Cohen, director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, updated a congressional subcommittee Thursday about cases of respiratory illness in the US due to three viruses: flu, the coronavirus and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. “Flu season is just beginning across most of the country, though accelerating fast, and while we’re seeing relatively low levels of Covid, Covid is still the primary cause of new respiratory hospitalizations and deaths, with about 15,000 hospitalizations and about 1,000 deaths every single week,” she said. In the week ending November 18, more than 10% of doctor’s visits among children younger than 5 in the US were for influenza-like illnesses – about three times higher than the average for all ages and well above the national baseline, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Although Covid-19 represents the vast majority of respiratory virus hospitalizations overall, RSV is the most common culprit among children, with weekly admission rates rising 69% since the first week of October.

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Common COVID-19 Symptoms Doctors Are Seeing In Winter 2025
1 month ago

Common COVID-19 Symptoms Doctors Are Seeing In Winter 2025

Huff Post  

elenaleonova via Getty Images Cough, congestion, fever and fatigue are among the most common signs of a COVID-19 infection. “COVID has continued to circulate year-round, and we’re starting to see patterns where there’s a clear uptick of activity in the winter,” said Dr. Graham Snyder, the medical director of infection prevention and hospital epidemiology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical …

Respiratory infections fall; expert cautions on risks
1 month, 1 week ago

Respiratory infections fall; expert cautions on risks

China Daily  

The spread of acute respiratory infections, including influenza, has been trending downward in China, but the nation has not passed the seasonal epidemic and the start of a new school semester could amplify the infection risk, according to a health expert and official data. For the week starting on Feb 3, the positivity rate of flu climbed slightly by 1.2 …

Respiratory infections fall; expert cautions on risks
1 month, 1 week ago

Respiratory infections fall; expert cautions on risks

China Daily  

The spread of acute respiratory infections, including influenza, has been trending downward in China, but the nation has not passed the seasonal epidemic and the start of a new school semester could amplify the infection risk, according to a health expert and official data. For the week starting on Feb 3, the positivity rate of flu climbed slightly by 1.2 …

Feeling sick? Here’s what to take and what to avoid, according to a doctor
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Feeling sick? Here’s what to take and what to avoid, according to a doctor

CNN  

CNN — Winter tends to be peak season for respiratory viruses, and this year is no different in the United States. People are getting sick with acute respiratory illnesses and visiting health care providers at high levels, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These are individuals at high risk for developing severe illness from …

Feeling sick? Here’s what to take and what to avoid, according to a doctor
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Feeling sick? Here’s what to take and what to avoid, according to a doctor

CNN  

CNN — Winter tends to be peak season for respiratory viruses, and this year is no different in the United States. People are getting sick with acute respiratory illnesses and visiting health care providers at high levels, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These are individuals at high risk for developing severe illness from …

Flu rate going down, but seasonal risks remain
2 months ago

Flu rate going down, but seasonal risks remain

China Daily  

The level of spread of respiratory infectious diseases in China has started to decline, but the nation has not yet passed its seasonal flu period, health experts and authorities said on Sunday. Chen Cao, a researcher at the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention's National Institute for Viral Disease Control and Prevention, said that during the week from Jan …

China reports decline in respiratory infectious diseases
2 months ago

China reports decline in respiratory infectious diseases

China Daily  

The level of respiratory infectious diseases' spread in China has begun declining, a national viral disease researcher said during a news conference on Sunday. Chen Cao, a researcher at the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention's National Institute for Viral Disease Control and Prevention, said that during the week from Jan 13 to 19, the ratio of flulike cases …

China reports decline in respiratory infectious diseases
2 months ago

China reports decline in respiratory infectious diseases

China Daily  

The level of respiratory infectious diseases' spread in China has begun declining, a national viral disease researcher said during a news conference on Sunday. Chen Cao, a researcher at the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention's National Institute for Viral Disease Control and Prevention, said that during the week from Jan 13 to 19, the ratio of flulike cases …

Common COVID-19 Symptoms Doctors Are Seeing In Winter 2025
2 months, 1 week ago

Common COVID-19 Symptoms Doctors Are Seeing In Winter 2025

Huff Post  

elenaleonova via Getty Images Cough, congestion, fever and fatigue are among the most common signs of a COVID-19 infection. “COVID has continued to circulate year-round, and we’re starting to see patterns where there’s a clear uptick of activity in the winter,” said Dr. Graham Snyder, the medical director of infection prevention and hospital epidemiology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical …

Health Talk | Why hMPV shouldn’t be feared like Covid-19
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Health Talk | Why hMPV shouldn’t be feared like Covid-19

Hindustan Times  

The reports of human metapneumovirus -related pneumonia cases rising in China sent shivers of worry down the spine of many in this part of the world, given the Covid-19 pandemic. These increases are typically caused by seasonal epidemics of respiratory pathogens such as seasonal influenza, respiratory syncytial virus, and other common respiratory viruses, including human metapneumovirus, as well as mycoplasma …

HMPV latest: Chinese health officials give update on virus infection rate
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

HMPV latest: Chinese health officials give update on virus infection rate

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “The human metapneumovirus is not a new virus, and …

The rate of HMPV infections in northern China is declining, Chinese health official says
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The rate of HMPV infections in northern China is declining, Chinese health official says

Associated Press  

BEIJING — The rate of infections with the flu-like human metapneumovirus in northern China is declining, a health official said Sunday, amid some international concern over a potential pandemic. “The human metapneumovirus is not a new virus, and has been with humans for at least several decades,” said Wang Liping, a researcher at the Chinese Center for Disease Control and …

No new infectious diseases in China: China CDC
2 months, 2 weeks ago

No new infectious diseases in China: China CDC

China Daily  

BEIJING - There are no new infectious diseases in China, and the current respiratory infectious diseases in the country are all caused by known pathogens, according to an expert with the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Influenza is currently the primary disease prompting visits to healthcare institutions for patients with acute respiratory infections, according to Wang Liping, a …

Respiratory infections trend within expected range
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Respiratory infections trend within expected range

China Daily  

Children receive intravenous treatment at Beijing Jingdu Children's Hospital in the city's Changping district on Jan 6. WEI XIAOHAO/CHINA DAILY The number of respiratory infections in China, including cases with the lesser-known but common human metapneumovirus, is within the expected range for winter, with no unusual outbreak patterns reported and the overall level lower than the previous winter, according to …

Not HMPV, but flu cases overwhelming hospitals: China dismisses reports of viral outbreaks
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Not HMPV, but flu cases overwhelming hospitals: China dismisses reports of viral outbreaks

Firstpost  

Health experts and hospitals in China have downplayed reports by international media about rising HMPV cases overwhelming hospitals, claiming that influenza remains the dominant respiratory illness in the country this winter A baby wearing a face mask waits with family members at the pediatric department of a hospital in Hangzhou, eastern China's Zhejiang province, on January 6, 2025. However, influenza …

How worried should you be about the HMPV outbreak in China? Experts weigh in
2 months, 2 weeks ago

How worried should you be about the HMPV outbreak in China? Experts weigh in

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 An increase in human metapneumovirus infections in China has received widespread …

What is HMPV? China steps up monitoring amid new virus outbreak
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What is HMPV? China steps up monitoring amid new virus outbreak

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China is experiencing a surge …

Winter virus surge in US: When to seek medical care and how to stay safe
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Winter virus surge in US: When to seek medical care and how to stay safe

India Today  

The winter virus season is intensifying across the US with the country facing a surge in cases of respiratory illnesses, COVID-19, flu, and other infectious diseases. Dr Leana Wen, a wellness expert and emergency physician at George Washington University, shared valuable insights with CNN on when to seek testing and medical care. Dr Wen said that individuals with mild symptoms …

The states where HMPV virus that's ravaging China is surging
2 months, 2 weeks ago

The states where HMPV virus that's ravaging China is surging

Daily Mail  

The virus fueling pandemic fears in China is surging in parts of the US Midwest, official data shows. CDC data shows 5.4 percent of tests conducted in the region during the last week of December came back positive for HMPV, compared to 1.9 in the rest of America. HMPV, which some doctors describe as 'the most important virus you've never …

World Health Organization and China downplay threat of HMPV outbreak: 'It's not unusual'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

World Health Organization and China downplay threat of HMPV outbreak: 'It's not unusual'

Daily Mail  

The World Health Organization has finally commented on the viral outbreak in China that has fueled pandemic fears, saying the situation was 'not unusual.' The global health agency said rates of respiratory infections in China were within the normal range expected for winter, with no unusual outbreaks reported. Chinese health authorities and the World Health Organization has said the country's …

Not a new virus, HMPV detection has improved due to heightened surveillance, better diagnostics: CIDS
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Not a new virus, HMPV detection has improved due to heightened surveillance, better diagnostics: CIDS

The Hindu  

Reiterating that Human Metapneumovirus is not a new virus and there was no cause for alarm, the Clinical Infectious Diseases Society has stated that advancements in diagnostic technologies have improved the detection of HMPV in recent years. Elaborating on the population at risk, CIDS said that HMPV is the second most common cause of respiratory tract infections in children after …

Four viruses, one winter: What is the 'Quad-demic' that the US and UK are grappling with?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Four viruses, one winter: What is the 'Quad-demic' that the US and UK are grappling with?

Firstpost  

The US and UK are battling a ‘quad-demic’ as COVID-19, flu, RSV, and norovirus converge, overwhelming healthcare systems. File Image/Reuters The term “quad-demic” refers to the simultaneous surge of four major viruses — COVID-19, flu, respiratory syncytial virus, and norovirus — currently placing immense pressure on healthcare systems in the United States and the United Kingdom. Dr. David Lloyd, an …

HMPV: WHO says no report of any unusual outbreak pattern
Top News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

HMPV: WHO says no report of any unusual outbreak pattern

The Hindu  

The World Health Organisation is in contact with Chinese health officials and has not received any reports of unusual outbreak patterns, noted the Organisation in its latest disease outbreak report on HMPV. Based on data published by China, covering the period up to December 29, 2024, acute respiratory infections have increased during recent weeks and detections of seasonal influenza, rhinovirus, …

HMPV in India: Will antibiotics work against the virus?
2 months, 2 weeks ago

HMPV in India: Will antibiotics work against the virus?

Firstpost  

Mumbai has reported its first case of HMPV, taking the total number in India to eight. HMPV in India India has reported seven confirmed cases of Human Metapneumovirus, with two cases each reported in Bengaluru and Nagpur, and one case each in Ahmedabad, Chennai, and Salem. What we know about HMPV Human Metapneumovirus is a respiratory virus that causes upper …

Everything Australians need to know about the HMPV virus ravaging China
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Everything Australians need to know about the HMPV virus ravaging China

Daily Mail  

Australians have been told not to panic over an outbreak of the respiratory infection metapneumovirus, which is reported to be overwhelming hospitals in China - but experts are closely monitoring the situation. According to virus monitoring data from the UK Health Security Agency, as of December 23, ten per cent of children tested for respiratory infections in hospitals were found …

HMPV: China's healthcare system not overwhelmed, says WHO
2 months, 2 weeks 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. …

What is HMPV, the respiratory virus surging in China?
Top News
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What is HMPV, the respiratory virus surging in China?

Al Jazeera  

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 …

Human Metapneumovirus is not a new virus, circulates in winter and spring: WHO
2 months, 2 weeks ago

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

India TV News  

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 …

Trend of acute respiratory infection increases in Northern Hemisphere amid HMPV, claims WHO
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Patients who've been struck down by virus ravaging China describe horrific symptoms: 'Worst I've ever felt'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Patients who've been struck down by virus ravaging China describe horrific symptoms: 'Worst I've ever felt'

Daily Mail  

Patients who have been sickened by a little-known virus causing fears in China have described some of the horrific symptoms they endured. HMPV, which some doctors describe as 'the most important virus you've never heard of', has been blamed for a viral outbreak in China that is reportedly overwhelming hospitals in the country's northern provinces. Diane Davison, 60, an entertainment …

HMPV Virus Cases In India Union health ministry says no cause of concern after review meeting lists Measures
2 months, 2 weeks ago

HMPV Virus Cases In India Union health ministry says no cause of concern after review meeting lists Measures

ABP News  

HMPV Virus Cases In India: Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava chaired a virtual meeting with States and Union Territories on Monday to assess the current status of respiratory illnesses in India, including Human Metapneumovirus cases, in response to media reports of a surge in China. Senior officials, including Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary ; Dr Atul Goel, Director General of …

UK experts urge China to reveal crucial details of HPMV outbreak - as cases DOUBLE in Britain
2 months, 2 weeks ago

UK experts urge China to reveal crucial details of HPMV outbreak - as cases DOUBLE in Britain

Daily Mail  

Top British virus experts have called on Chinese authorities to disclose vital information about a worrying outbreak of the respiratory infection hMPV, which is reported to be overwhelming its hospitals. The above is a grab from a video posted online claiming to show an overwhelmed hospital unit in China The above CDC graph shows an increase in positive HMPV tests …

HMPV cases in India: How is it different from COVID-19? From symptoms to vaccine — Key facts to know
2 months, 2 weeks ago

HMPV cases in India: How is it different from COVID-19? From symptoms to vaccine — Key facts to know

Live Mint  

HMPV, or the Human Metapneumovirus, made headlines after Chinese state media reported that the HMPV virus was among other pathogens responsible for the uptick in infectious respiratory illnesses in the country. What is HMPV and COVID-19 The Human Metapneumovirus, commonly known as the HMPV, is a common respiratory virus first identified by Dutch scientists in the early 2000s. The percentage …

HMPV cases advisory: No surge in respiratory illnesses says Union Health Ministry; advises States to strengthen awareness
2 months, 2 weeks ago

HMPV cases advisory: No surge in respiratory illnesses says Union Health Ministry; advises States to strengthen awareness

The Hindu  

States across India have been advised to strengthen awareness among masses regarding preventive measures against the Human Metapneumovirus while also advising that Influenza-Like Illness and Severe Acute Respiratory Infection surveillance be strengthened. The direction were issued following a virtual meeting of chaired by Union Health Ministry Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava recently with States and Union Territories to review the present …

Rising HMPV cases in China are ‘what we would expect to see’ in winter, health officials say
2 months, 3 weeks ago

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 …

HMPV cases rise in India: Uttarakhand issues advisory, symptomatic patients to be closely monitored
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Symptoms to expert advice: Your detailed HMPV guide
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Symptoms to expert advice: Your detailed HMPV guide

India Today  

India has reported five cases of Human Metapneumovirus, with two each in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, and one in Ahmedabad. While HMPV shares similarities with other respiratory viruses like the flu or RSV, it can cause more severe symptoms in vulnerable populations, such as infants, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. Addressing concerns about rising HMPV cases in …

HMPV not a new virus, maintain hygiene: Experts
2 months, 3 weeks ago

HMPV not a new virus, maintain hygiene: Experts

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Amid the new health concern around the Human Metapneumovirus after two ‘new’ cases of the virus were reported in Bengaluru and a third in Gujarat on Monday, senior virologists fact-checked the news on HMPV. Head of Department, Neurovirology, NIMHANS Dr Rita Mani told TNIE, “It is incorrect to say these are the first two cases of HMPV detected in …

HMPV is mild and non-fatal
2 months, 3 weeks ago

HMPV is mild and non-fatal

New Indian Express  

BHUBANESWAR: Five years after the global outbreak of Covid-19, the human metapneumovirus is grabbing headlines as China has reportedly been witnessing a surge in cases, especially among children and elderly people. Initially identified in 2001, HMPV is a major cause of acute respiratory infections worldwide, especially in children, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Dr Srivatsa Lokeshwaran, head …

HMPV: What To Know About The Surging Virus
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Old ailment, known pathogen: A warning against HMPV panic
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Old ailment, known pathogen: A warning against HMPV panic

Hindustan Times  

For everyone holding their breath over fears of HMPV, here’s a quick summary: it’s an old ailment, caused by a known pathogen, and many people are likely to have been exposed to the virus by the time they are five years old. “It is emphasised that HMPV is already in circulation globally, including in India, and cases of respiratory illnesses …

HMPV virus - latest: Cases begin rising in India and other parts of world after outbreak in China
Top News
2 months, 3 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

✕ Close India Lockdown Looms? First Cases Of New Virus Reported After HMPV Grips China | Top Updates 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 …

Human Metapneumovirus: let’s all calm down first
2 months, 3 weeks ago

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 …

Fact Check: All About HMPV — Another ‘Outbreak’ On The Horizon Or ‘Unnecessary Panic’?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Fact Check: All About HMPV — Another ‘Outbreak’ On The Horizon Or ‘Unnecessary Panic’?

ABP News  

HMPV: The recent surge in respiratory disease cases caused by Human Metapneumovirus in China has triggered public concern. Zheng Lishu, a researcher at the Institute of Viral Diseases at China’s CDC, told state news agency News CN that HMPV is not a new strain, but rather a common virus capable of causing acute respiratory infections. The health ministry noted that …

Rise In HMPV Cases May Impact Delhi Assembly Elections 2025: Election Commission On Alert
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rise In HMPV Cases May Impact Delhi Assembly Elections 2025: Election Commission On Alert

ABP News  

The Election Commission of India has not yet announced the poll schedule for the Delhi Assembly elections 2025. However, concerns have emerged regarding the potential impact of Human Metapneumovirus on the electoral process, following the reporting of three HMPV cases in India on Monday. ALSO ON ABP LIVE | Delhi Final Voter List Released Amid AAP-BJP 'War Of Words' Over …

HMPV: Telangana Issues ‘Precautionary’ List of Dos And Don’ts, Says No Major Spike In Respiratory Infections
2 months, 3 weeks ago

HMPV: Telangana Issues ‘Precautionary’ List of Dos And Don’ts, Says No Major Spike In Respiratory Infections

ABP News  

HMPV: Despite the Centre reassuring Indians that the reported rise in Human Metapneumovirus infection cases in China is not a cause for alarm, there is fear among the people. The Director-General of Health Services and the National Centre for Disease Control, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, have clarified that HMPV behaves similarly to other respiratory viruses …

HMPV cases in India: How dangerous is it? How could it affect high-risk groups? A complete guide
2 months, 3 weeks ago

HMPV cases in India: How dangerous is it? How could it affect high-risk groups? A complete guide

Live Mint  

The buzz over HMPV, or Human metapneumovirus, mounted as India confirmed two cases of the virus at a Bengaluru hospital on Monday. Reports on social media claimed that “hospitals in China are overwhelmed as outbreaks of 'influenza A' and 'human metapneumovirus' resemble the COVID-19 surge from three years ago.” Later, Chinese state media cited an official from the Chinese Center …

HMPV in India: How to recognise Covid-like pandemic? Are we prepared for it? All you need to know
2 months, 3 weeks 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 …

HMPV in India: States ramp up surveillance as 2 cases reported in Bengaluru; Delhi, Maharashtra, others issue guidelines
2 months, 3 weeks ago

HMPV in India: States ramp up surveillance as 2 cases reported in Bengaluru; Delhi, Maharashtra, others issue guidelines

Live Mint  

HMPV in India: The Indian government is closely monitoring the situation amid rising Human MetaPneumoVirus -linked cases in China. Delhi, Maharashtra, Telangana, and other state governments have issued guidelines to ensure preparedness for potential health challenges related to HMPV and other respiratory viruses. Delhi instructs officials to keep track of cases, and implement strict isolation measures Delhi health authorities issued …

Delhi mandates isolation, directs hospitals to report suspected HMPV cases
2 months, 3 weeks 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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