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WHO shares details of HMP Virus in North America, notes rate of infection
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The World Health Organisation (WHO) shared the trends of acute respiratory infection, including human metapneumovirus (HMP virus) in the Northern Hemisphere and noted that the rate of increase of virus infections follows the usual trends.
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"Expected during winter," WHO official on HMPV virus
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
"There has indeed been a rise in a number of common respiratory infections in the country. And this is entirely expected during the winter. China has a sentinel surveillance system for influenza-like illness and severe respiratory infections," she said.
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Mumbai's BMC reports no spike in respiratory infections amid HMPV concerns
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The BMC Pro said, "BMC is taking all precautions as suggested by the union govt and Maharashtra health department about HMPV. To date, no HMPV patient has been detected in Mumbai. Also, a comparative analysis is done for respiratory infections reported in December 2023 and December 2024 but
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Herpes virus likely to have have connection with Alzheimer's: Study
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The University of Pittsburgh researchers uncovered a surprising link between Alzheimer's disease and herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) which suggests that viral infections may play a role in the disease.
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No patient infected with HMPV in Mumbai: BMC
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation on Monday said that no Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) case has been reported in Mumbai and urged the citizens to take precautions.
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Two more cases of Bird Flu discovered
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Bird flu - H5N1 avian influenza - was discovered in two additional locations in the Sharon region. The veterinary services at the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security have defined a quarantine zone of up to 10 km from the infected chicken coops.
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Sabrina Carpenter reflects on her coffee anthem 'Espresso' and upcoming pr
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Sabrina Carpenter's infectious hit 'Espresso' took the music world by surprise when it dropped earlier this year, and the Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter admits she had no idea how much it would resonate with audiences.
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Japan Airlines confirms system restoration, resumes ticket sales for same
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Following a cyberattack, Japan Airlines (JAL) announced that it has resolved a system malfunction caused by a large-scale data attack, confirming that there were no customer data leaks or virus infections.
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Flu virus remains infectious in refrigerated raw milk: Study
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
According to a new study, raw milk, which is marketed as a natural and healthful alternative to pasteurised dairy, may contain hidden hazards. The research found that the influenza or flu virus can remain infectious in refrigerated raw milk for up to five days.
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Eknath Shinde rushed to hospital in Thane amid health complaints
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Amidst the suspense over naming Maharashtra's Chief Minister, Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Tuesday went to Jupiter Hospital in Thane district due to complaints of ill health. He has not been keeping well due to a throat infection and fever.
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BJP leader Girish Mahajan meets Eknath Shinde, discusses swearing-in cerem
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Girish Mahajan met Maharashtra's caretaker Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde, on Monday. Shinde, who had been suffering from a throat infection and fever, is recovering well.
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Elton John says he has lost his eyesight
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
During a gala performance of his new musical The Devil Wears Prada, musician Elton John revealed physically unable to see the show, due to ongoing problems with his eyesight.
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