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  HMPV in Gujarat: Fresh case of virus detected, 69-year-old woman infected in Ahmedabad

  Gujarat | January 20, 2025 21:17 IST

  A release from the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's health department informed that an elderly woman from Mehsana district has been admitted to a private hospital in Ahmedabad after being detected of HMPV infection.

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  Puducherry reports second HMPV case, child under treatment in JIPMER

  India | January 13, 2025 12:49 IST

  HMPV case: Another child tested positive for Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Puducherry and is undergoing treatment in the centrally administered JIPMER hospital.

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  HMPV in Gujarat: 9-month-old child tests positive in Ahmedabad; cases rise to four in state

  Gujarat | January 11, 2025 17:57 IST

  The number of cases of HMPV in Gujarat has risen to four. Among those who tested positive, one is an 80-year-old man while three others are children. The symptoms of infection are similar to cold and affects mostly children and elderly.

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  HMPV cases in Gujarat: 80-year-old man tests HMPV positive in Ahmedabad

  Gujarat | January 09, 2025 23:34 IST

  The elderly man has been admitted to the hospital on Wednesday and his samples tested positive for HMPV on Thursday. The man has been suffering from asthma for some time and his condition is stable at present, it said.

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  Afraid of getting diagnosed with HMPV? Here's how to protect yourself from this respiratory virus

  Health | January 09, 2025 16:05 IST

  There is no need to panic about the HMPV virus. It can be easily controlled. For this, it is important to first strengthen your immunity. Know how to protect yourself from HMPV and what things to take care of.

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  HMPV cases in India: Jammu and Kashmir sets up specialised ICU ward, govt urges all not to panic

  Jammu and Kashmir | January 09, 2025 10:30 IST

  HMPV cases in India: Health experts have highlighted its potential impact on children and older adults, urging vigilance for the warning signs. While a few HMPV cases have been reported from Karnataka, Maharashtra and Gujarat, health experts maintain the situation remains under control.

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  Fact Check: No, PM Modi has not announced lockdown after HMPV cases in India, 2020 video goes viral

  Fact Check | January 09, 2025 10:23 IST

  Fact Check: People are claiming that PM Modi has announced a lockdown after HMPV cases were reported in India. Let's find out the truth of the viral clip.

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

  Lifestyle | January 08, 2025 20:58 IST

  WHO reports a surge in acute respiratory infections in the Northern Hemisphere, driven by seasonal epidemics of influenza, RSV, and human metapneumovirus (HMPV). The trend is expected during winter months, but vigilance is advised. Stay informed on the latest updates.

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

  Health | January 08, 2025 20:51 IST

  WHO sheds light on Human metapneumovirus, a seasonal virus circulating in winter and spring. Learn more about this common virus and its impact. Scroll down to know more.

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  Are antibiotics effective against human metapneumovirus? Here's what experts say

  Health | January 08, 2025 13:15 IST

  HMPV causes mild illness in most adults. However, it poses a higher risk to specific vulnerable groups. These people need to be careful. Read on as Dr. Vikas Mittal shares how HMPV affects people and if antibiotics are effective against the virus.

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  HMPV cases in Maharashtra: Six-month-old baby tests positive at Hiranandani Hospital in Mumbai

  Maharashtra | January 08, 2025 11:54 IST

  HMPV cases in Maharashtra: Doctors mentioned that HMPV has been around for decades and primarily affects children and the elderly, but it is unlikely to cause a pandemic like COVID.

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  HMPV cases: 'Children, elderly people need to stay alert', says Maharashtra Minister

  Maharashtra | January 08, 2025 8:53 IST

  HMPV cases: Hasan Mushrif said the citizens of our state should not panic because the government will soon issue comprehensive guidelines regarding this situation and take preventive measures to control this disease.

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  HMPV cases in India: Jharkhand Health Minister says 'no need to panic, state unaffected by virus'

  Jharkhand | January 08, 2025 8:30 IST

  HMPV cases in India: HMPV is a globally recognised respiratory virus. It is a viral pathogen that causes respiratory infections in people of all age groups.

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  HMPV cases in India: Gujarat sets up isolation wards after virus detected in state, check advisory

  Gujarat | January 08, 2025 7:18 IST

  HMPV cases: The Gujarat government issued an advisory asking people to cover their face while sneezing, avoid going to crowded places, keep distance from flu-infected persons, get adequate sleep and drink water as much as possible and contact a doctor for any respiratory issues.

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  HMPV cases rise in India: Centre issues advisory, asks states to step up surveillance

  India | January 07, 2025 13:36 IST

  HMPV cases rise in India: The Centre issued an advisory and asked the states to step up surveillance for respiratory illnesses including ILI and SARI, and spread awareness about the prevention of transmission of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) after five cases were detected in India.

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  HMPV rises in India: Know the death rate in Human Metapneumovirus cases

  Health | January 07, 2025 12:23 IST

  India's health authorities are very vigilant regarding the situation due to the rise in HMPV cases and the country has experience dealing with respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Now, we must know the death rate in Human Metapneumovirus cases.

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  HMPV cases rise in India: Uttarakhand issues advisory, symptomatic patients to be closely monitored

  India | January 07, 2025 11:10 IST

  Uttarakhand issues HMPV advisory: Those experiencing symptoms such as cold, cough, or fever are urged to seek medical advice and only take medicines as prescribed. Symptomatic individuals should maintain distance from healthy people to prevent transmission.

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  HMPV cases in India; know how you can keep your children protected

  Health | January 07, 2025 10:47 IST

  HMPV cases have been reported in Bengaluru, Nagpur, Tamil Nadu and Ahmedabad. HMPV infections are common during the winter and usually affect children below the age of 14 years. Here are some ways to keep your children protected.

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  HMPV cases in India: Nagpur confirms two new cases, country's total count reaches seven

  Maharashtra | January 07, 2025 11:45 IST

  HMPV cases in India: The number of HMPV cases is steadily rising across the country. Two new cases of HMPV have been reported in Nagpur.

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  Lockdown trends on social media after 5 HMPV cases in India, government says no need to panic

  India | January 07, 2025 11:10 IST

  HMPV cases in India: After #Lockdown started trending, social media users shared humorous takes on how people might react to news of a virus spreading in the country.