Respiratory Virus News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Common respiratory condition fuels death risk by 3x in adults up to a year: Study
New Delhi, April 12: Adults with respiratory syncytial virus-associated acute respiratory infection (RSV-ARI) are likely to be at a 2.7-fold higher risk of death within one year, warned a study.
Assam's 10-month-old infected with HMPV; state records first case
Dibrugarh, January 12: A 10-month-old child IN Assam has been diagnosed with the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus, marking the state's first recorded case, according to the officials.
Himachal fully prepared to tackle HMPV, no cases reported yet: State Health Minister
Shimla, January 10: 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.
Need not be worried about HMPV, it has been in circulation in India for long: AIIMS Rishikesh Director
Rishikesh, January 8: Amid recent cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), Dr Meenu Singh, Director of AIIMS Rishikesh on Wednesday reassured the public that the virus, which primarily affects children under five, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals, is "not a new threat."
Greece reports first HMPV case
Athens, Jan 8: Greece has confirmed its first case of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in a 71-year-old man, the national news agency AMNA reported on Wednesday.
Fully prepared; so far, no case reported in Punjab: Health Minister Balbir Singh on HMPV
Patiala, January 8: Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh on Wednesday reassured the public that there is no need to panic over the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), saying that it is not the coronavirus but a common virus with mild symptoms such as fever, cough, and cold.
HMPV cases: States ramp up surveillance; doctors say no need to panic
New Delhi, January 7: Amid growing concern about Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in the country, states have intensified their health measures, focusing on surveillance and prevention to address the challenge.
HMPV outbreak: No need to panic at this stage, say Maharashtra ministers
Mumbai, Jan 7: Maharashtra Medical Education Minister Hasan Mushrif and Health Minister Prakash Abitkar on Tuesday said that there is no reason to be alarmed at this stage about the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Maharashtra.
Mumbai's BMC reports no spike in respiratory infections amid HMPV concerns
Maharashtra, January 7: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is following Union and state health department guidelines on Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) and has not detected any cases in Mumbai. A comparison of respiratory infections between December 2023 and December 2024 shows no significant increase, according to the BMC PRO on Tuesday.
Fight HMPV with hydration & nutrition, no antibiotics needed: Dr Randeep Guleria (IANS Interview)
New Delhi, Jan 7: There is no role of antibiotics in treating the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory illness currently seeing an uptick in the country, said former AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria, on Tuesday asking people to maintain proper hydration, and eat nutritious food.
Jharkhand govt on alert over HMPV, Health Minister assures necessary measures
Ranchi, Jan 7: The Jharkhand Health Department has issued an alert following the detection of Human Metapneumo Virus (HMPV) cases in four states and Health Minister Dr Irfan Ansari said that the state government is closely monitoring the situation and has directed officials to assess potential scenarios and remain prepared.
No cause for concern over HMPV in India, say health authorities as cases detected
New Delhi, January 7: Amid growing concern about Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in the country, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava reviewed the present situation of respiratory illnesses in the country and the status of public health measures for its management.
Maha govt sets up Task Force after two HMPV cases in Nagpur
Mumbai, Jan 7: Two cases of Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) were detected in Maharashtra's Nagpur on Tuesday, said officials here, adding that both are children and their condition was stable.
HMPV: Centre urges States to review surveillance on respiratory illnesses
New Delhi, Jan 7: Amid the rise in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in India, the Centre on Tuesday asked the States to review surveillance on respiratory illnesses in the country.
Tamil Nadu detects two cases of Human Metapneumovirus
Chennai, January 7: Tamil Nadu has reported two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), one each in Chennai and Salem, said the Additional Chief Secretary of the state's Department of Health and Family Welfare on Monday.
HMPV not a new virus, identified in 2001...: Health Minister as 3 cases reported in India
New Delhi, January 7: After three cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) were reported in India, Union Health Minister JP Nadda reassured the public on Monday, saying that there is no cause for alarm. He emphasized that the virus, first identified in 2001, poses no new threat.
Fadnavis appeals to Maha people not to panic about HMPV
Mumbai, Jan 7: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis appealed to the people of Maharashtra on Monday not to panic and not to believe in fake information about human metapneumovirus (HMPV).
Andhra Pradesh sounds alert over HMPV, Telangana releases dos and don'ts
Amaravati, Jan 6: The Andhra Pradesh government on Monday sounded an alert in view of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases being reported in certain parts of the country.
India prepared to respond promptly to any emerging health challenges: J.P. Nadda on HMPV
New Delhi, Jan 6: India's surveillance network remains vigilant and the country is ready to respond promptly to any emerging health challenges, Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda said on Monday, as the number of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in the country reached five in a single day.
Nothing to panic about HMPV, don't jump at detection of every pathogen: Soumya Swaminathan
New Delhi, Jan 6: There is nothing to worry about the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), said the World Health Organisation's former Chief Scientist, Dr Soumya Swaminathan on Monday, even as two more cases have been detected in the country, taking the tally to 5.
Two children test positive for HMPV in Chennai, recovering
Chennai, Jan 6: Two children in Chennai have tested positive for Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) and are recovering, officials said on Monday.
HMPV detected in 2-month-old infant in Gujarat, Health Minister says Govt taking all precautions
Ahmedabad, January 6: A 2-month-old infant from Rajasthan has tested positive for Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, officials said on Monday.
No reason to worry, closely monitoring situation: Union Health Minister Nadda after three cases of HMPV in India
New Delhi, January 6: After three cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) were reported in India, Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday assured the people that there is no need to worry as the health systems and surveillance networks of the country are vigilant and ready to respond promptly to any emerging health challenges.
8-month-old baby in Bengaluru becomes India's 1st case of HMPV; Karnataka to hold emergency meeting
Bengaluru, Jan 6: India has detected the first case of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) -- currently causing an outbreak in China -- in an 8-month-old baby in Bengaluru, Karnataka, the state health department confirmed on Monday.
HMPV virus scare: K'taka govt issues advisory, says 'no need to panic'
Bengaluru, Jan 5: The Karnataka government on Sunday issued an advisory, dos and don'ts regarding the threat from the spread of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) disease in China.
HMPV spread in China: Kerala Health Minister urges elders and sick to be cautious
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 4: While the Covid-like Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), currently spreading in China, is just a ‘winter occurrence,’ is less severe, and is spreading on a smaller scale, Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Saturday stressed that as a matter of caution, it would be better if the elderly, the sick, and pregnant women remain cautious and advocated use of masks.