Health
January 06, 2025
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Human Metapneumovirus In India: Can HMPV Be As Fatal As COVID-19? Check Symptoms, Prevention And More

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has confirmed two Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in Karnataka, identified through routine surveillance for respiratory viral pathogens. The HMPV has been in the news for some weeks as photos and videos of people wearing masks in hospitals in China emerged on social media platforms, with the local reports […]

Life Style
January 02, 2025
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5 years after COVID, new epidemic in China

A rise in respiratory illnesses in China, including influenza A and hMPV, is affecting children and the elderly. This increase is attributed to cold weather and the resumption of normal life post-COVID. Despite online claims, there’s no new epidemic or official alerts, making it a seasonal spike. Lately, there’s been a lot of buzz online, […]