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"Fully prepared; so far, no case reported in Punjab": Health Minister Balb
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
In a video statement, Singh said that no cases have been reported in Punjab yet, and the state is closely following the guidelines issued by the Government of India.
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Health Minister Ansari urges vigilance against HMPV virus
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Although no official guidelines have been issued by the Central Government yet, he assured that the state would prioritise immediate action upon receiving directives. "Being a doctor and the health minister, I have instructed the department to treat this matter with utmost seriousness."
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Our hospitals, beds, and emergency equipment are ready: Punjab Health Mini
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh on Tuesday said that there is no case of HMPV virus in the state of Punjab so far. He further stated that there is no need to panic, as it is not serious like Covid, and assured that the medical infrastructure is available to combat any surge.
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"Children, elderly people need to stay alert": Maharashtra Medical Educat
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Following the discovery of two suspected cases in Nagpur, Maharashtra Medical Education Minister Hasan Mushrif said there is no need to panic but children and elderly with co-morbid conditions need to stay alert.
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"No surge in influenza-like cases at PGIMER Chandigarh," say hospital auth
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Five cases of HMPV have been reported in the country, with two cases in Bengaluru, one in Ahmedabad, and two suspected cases in Nagpur.
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"All need to take those precautions": Karnataka Home Minister on HMPV case
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara comments on the HMPV virus, assuring it is not dangerous. He also dismisses allegations of political motives behind dinner meetings, stressing the gathering was for New Year's and upcoming SC/ST Convention.
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"The government is ready for any kind of situation": UP Deputy CM Pathak
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
In the wider context, India has already detected four cases of HMPV. Two of the cases were identified in Bengaluru, Karnataka, and another case was recorded in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) confirmed two cases of HMPV in Karnataka's Bengaluru, and another
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"HMPV not a new virus, identified in 2001...": Health Minister as 3 cases
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
"Health experts have clarified that HMPV is not a new virus. It was first identified in 2001... HMPV spreads through the air and can affect people of all age groups. The virus spreads more during the winter and early spring months," Union Health Minister JP Nadda said.
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Herpes virus likely to have have connection with Alzheimer's: Study
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks 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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UP: Administration makes comprehensive arrangements to tackle health chall
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
The preparations for the successful organisation of the Maha Kumbh 2025 are being carried out extensively, with the health department playing a significant role. The health department has made comprehensive arrangements to tackle potential health challenges, especially the HMPV virus.
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"No reason to worry, closely monitoring situation": Union Health Minister
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has confirmed the detection of two cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka and one in Gujarat. Health Ministry said that these cases were detected as part of ICMR's ongoing efforts to monitor and control respiratory illnesses across the
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HMPV cases in Karnataka: Saurabh Bhardwaj asks Delhi Health Department to
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
This came after the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) confirmed the detection of two cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka, identified through routine surveillance for respiratory viral pathogens.
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