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HMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: HMPV virus explained: 10 key facts you need to know about this flu-like illness
The Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) has recently captured public attention, prompting concerns and questions about its potential impact. Read more.
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HMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: Himachal fully prepared to tackle HMPV, no cases reported yet: State Health Minister
The Himachal Pradesh government has issued directives to implement the Union Health Ministry`s advisory on the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) to ensure preparedness across the state. While addressing concerns, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dhaniram Shandil stated that there is no imminent threat from the virus and assured the public that it is a common respiratory virus primarily affecting young children and the elderly.
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1 hour 8 minutes ago
09:43 AM
HMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: Gujarat health minister issues advisory to public, WHO dubs it common respiratory virus
Gujarat Health Minister Rushikesh Patel has confirmed the presence of the HMPV virus, which was first identified in 2001. He emphasized that it remains one of several viruses affecting the respiratory system and announced that the Gujarat government has issued an advisory in response on Friday. Speaking to the media persons, Patel said, "HMPV virus was found in 2001 and is still found today. It is one of the many viruses that are found in the respiratory system. An advisory has been issued by the Gujarat government."
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1 hour 31 minutes ago
09:20 AM
HMPV Outbreak LIVE Updates: Pondy reports first case of HMPV; child fully recovers and discharged
A three-year-old child who had been undergoing treatment for Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in a private hospital for the past few days was discharged on Saturday. Director of Health for Puducherry, V Ravichandran, told PTI, "The child has fully recovered from the disease and was discharged on Saturday. The parents were given necessary instructions on the care and precautionary measures they should take for the child`s health at home."