“HMPV Already In Circulation, Including In India”: Top Medical Body ICMR

January 6, 2025 admin

New Delhi: Amid the rising Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) scare, the top medical body – the Indian Council of Medical Research or ICMR – on Monday alerted that the virus is already in “circulation” globally, including India. However, it noted that India is well-equipped to handle any potential increase in respiratory illnesses. The ICMR’s statement came…

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No Unusual Surge In Influenza-Like Cases, Says India Amid China HMPV Spread

January 4, 2025 admin

New Delhi: The situation in China is not unusual in view of the ongoing flu season, a joint monitoring group has said amid reports of a surge in cases of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in the neighbouring country. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) in Delhi…

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