HMPV: Private schools in Bengaluru ask parents to not send send children to schools if they have cold, fever
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HMPV: Private schools in Bengaluru ask parents to not send send children to schools if they have cold, fever

The Hindu  

In the wake of the HMP Virus being found in two children in Bengaluru, the Department of School Education and Literacy said it will issue the Standard Operating Procedures soon. Trilok Chandra, Commissioner of Public Instruction, said the department has discussed with the Health Department and what is required is basic respiratory etiquette and there is nothing to worry. However, many private schools in Bengaluru city have issued advisory to parents to not send children to schools if they have even a mild cough, cold, or fever. Mansoor Ali Khan, board member, Delhi Public Schools, advised heads of all schools under his group to provide an option to attend tests later for children who are ill. Schools have asked teachers to monitor children closely and if students are found to be ill, parents should be asked to take them home.

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HMPV India cases: ‘No need to panic,’ says Maharashtra minister after two suspected cases in Nagpur
1 day, 3 hours ago

HMPV India cases: ‘No need to panic,’ says Maharashtra minister after two suspected cases in Nagpur

Live Mint  

Amidst the discovery of two suspected cases of the HMPV virus in Nagpur, Maharashtra Medical Education Minister Hasan Mushrif, speaking to the media, said that there is no need to panic, but children and elderly with co-morbid conditions need to stay alert. Mushrif said, as PTI quoted, "The effect of the HMPV virus is being seen in many countries of …

HMPV case: Karnataka Health Minister says no reason to panic
2 days, 2 hours ago

HMPV case: Karnataka Health Minister says no reason to panic

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: With two cases of Human Metapneumovirus detected in Karnataka, the state's Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Monday said there is no need to panic as the infections that have been detected are by old virus strains that are existing in the country and they are not life-threatening. The minister who chaired a meeting of health department officials said …

‘No emergency as of now, people should stay calm’: Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on HMPV cases
2 days, 6 hours ago

‘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 …

HMPV case confirmed in Gujarat; child infected, stable
2 days, 6 hours ago

HMPV case confirmed in Gujarat; child infected, stable

Hindustan Times  

A child has been detected with Human Metapneumovirus infection at private hospital in Gujarat's Ahmedabad. The Indian Council of Medical Research detected two cases of HMPV in Karnataka through routine surveillance for multiple respiratory viral pathogens, the Union health ministry said on Monday. It emphasised that HMPV is already in circulation globally, including in India, and cases of respiratory illnesses …

Human MetaPneumovirus case in Bengaluru poses no concern: Health minister Abitkar
2 days, 7 hours ago

Human MetaPneumovirus case in Bengaluru poses no concern: Health minister Abitkar

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Maharashtra health minister Prakash Abitkar sought to allay fears on Monday after a case of Human MetaPneumovirus was detected in Bengaluru, whilst announcing a Wednesday meeting to review the situation. The directorate of health services explained that HMPV, first identified in the Netherlands in 2001, is a common respiratory virus primarily affecting the upper respiratory tract. The advisory emphasised …

HMPV virus in India: Precautions you need to follow
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2 days, 8 hours ago

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 …

HMPV virus in India: Delhi government issues guidelines after two cases detected in Karnataka
2 days, 9 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 …

Bengaluru reports India's first case of HMPV in infant
2 days, 10 hours ago

Bengaluru reports India's first case of HMPV in infant

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: A 8-month baby boy have been tested Human Metapneumovirus in Bengaluru city on Monday while Minister of Health and Family Welfare Dinesh Gundu Rao ruled out immediate threat from the HMPV which has reported outbreak in China. Rao appealed to the people “Not to panic.” On the condition of the HMPV tested positive baby, the Minister said “Our healthcare …

HMPV in Bengaluru: Two children who tested positive are 'completely healthy', one discharged
2 days, 15 hours ago

HMPV in Bengaluru: Two children who tested positive are 'completely healthy', one discharged

India TV News  

HMPV in India: The Karnataka government on Monday said that HMPV is just like other flu viruses and there is no need to panic. One of the two children who tested positive for the HMPV has already been discharged and the other child is also completely healthy and is about to be discharged, the health department said. HMPV: Key precautions …

HMPV cases in India: Karnataka issues advisory titled 'Do Not Panic, Be Aware'
Top News
2 days, 15 hours ago

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, …

HMPV cases in India: Maharashtra issues advisory, urges all to avoid public places if symptomatic
2 days, 15 hours ago

HMPV cases in India: Maharashtra issues advisory, urges all to avoid public places if symptomatic

India TV News  

Mumbai: The Maharashtra government on Monday issued health advisory after two cases of HMPV were reported in Bengaluru and another case in Ahmedabad. Earlier in the day, the Indian Council of Medical Research detected two cases of Human Metapneumovirus in Karnataka through routine surveillance for multiple respiratory viral pathogens, the Union health ministry said on Monday. HMPV cases: Maharashtra issues …

Hyderabad School Children Bear Brunt of Seasonal Illnesses
1 year, 2 months ago

Hyderabad School Children Bear Brunt of Seasonal Illnesses

Deccan Chronicle  

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Parents should not keep children out of school for sore throats and runny noses
1 year, 4 months ago

Parents should not keep children out of school for sore throats and runny noses

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. Read our privacy policy Parents should not keep children out of school for sore …

Noida private schools issue advisory for parents after reports of Covid cases
2 years, 8 months ago

Noida private schools issue advisory for parents after reports of Covid cases

India Today  

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Vaccinate teachers, children to keep schools safe from Covid-19: WHO
3 years, 4 months ago

Vaccinate teachers, children to keep schools safe from Covid-19: WHO

India TV News  

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Uttarakhand govt issues SOPs for reopening schools in state from Aug 2
3 years, 5 months ago

Uttarakhand govt issues SOPs for reopening schools in state from Aug 2

Hindustan Times  

The education department of Uttarakhand has issued Standard Operating Procedures for the reopening of schools in the state from August 2 for the students of 9-12 classes and from August 16 for 6-8 classes. If any student or teacher or other school staff shows symptoms of cough, cold, or fever, they will be sent back home after giving first aid. …

Students May Face Suspension for Fake Coughing in UK School Amid Coronavirus Scare
4 years, 4 months ago

Students May Face Suspension for Fake Coughing in UK School Amid Coronavirus Scare

News 18  

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Coronavirus | Bengaluru school suspends classes until further notice
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus | Bengaluru school suspends classes until further notice

The Hindu  

Following rumours that a parent of a child was tested positive for COVID 19, the Deens Academy on Monday decided to suspend classes for the all the classes of the school until further notice. Besides sending mails to parents advising them not to send their children to school if they had cough, cold or fever, Ms. Menon said that the …

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