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Understanding The Difference Between HMPV And RSV Respiratory Infections
HMPV Infection Vs. RSV Infection: Understanding the differences between HMPV and RSV is crucial for timely diagnosis, prevention, and management.
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Fight HMPV With Hydration, Nutrition, No Antibiotics Needed: Ex-AIIMS Director
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.
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China Calls HMPV Outbreak 'Winter Occurrence', India Says 'Don't Panic'
The spread of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) -- a respiratory illness with flu-like symptoms, similar to COVID-19 -- in China has raised health concerns globally, with countries closely monitoring the situation.
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As China Gets Another Covid-Like Scare, Beijing Calls It 'Winter Occurrence'
As photos emerge on social media showing hospitals in China swamped with people amid rising cases of human metapneumovirus or HMPV - a respiratory illness with symptoms similar to those of a flu - there are concerns of another health crisis.
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Concerns Rise As Covid-Like HMPV Virus Spreads, Asian Countries Monitoring Situation
HMPV, which primarily affects children, has spread across northern China, prompting strict monitoring across Asia.
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'Disease X' In Congo Revealed To Be Malaria, Authorities Issue Urgent Warning
The mysterious flu-like disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dubbed "Disease X," has been confirmed as a severe form of malaria.
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Private Hot Tubs On Cruises Pose Risk Of Legionnaires Disease, CDC Reports
The CDC has warned travelers about the risks associated with private hot tubs on cruise ships after two outbreaks of Legionnaires disease.
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Delhi Air Pollution, Ahead Of Winter, Raises Respiratory Illness By 15%
In the national capital region (NCR), the air quality is said to be severely dangerous for citizens, especially those who suffer from respiratory issues and other life-threatening diseases.
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Left Veteran Sitaram Yechury Dies At 72 After Battling Respiratory Illness
Veteran Left leader and CPM general secretary Sitaram Yechury died this afternoon. He was 72 and was undergoing treatment for respiratory ailments at Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).
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Deadly Rat Disease Spreads to Humans, Kills 4 In US
Hantavirus: According to the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, this virus is a family of viruses spread mainly by rodents and can cause varied disease syndromes.
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Sleepy Sickness: The Forgotten Disease That Once Paralysed The World
A century ago, a mysterious illness known as "sleepy sickness" or encephalitis lethargica caused an epidemic, beginning in northern France in 1916 and spreading globally.
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There Are New Flu Vaccines On Offer For 2024. Should You Get One?
Influenza is a common respiratory infection. Although most cases are relatively mild, flu can cause more severe illness in young children and older people.
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"Fit And Functional": Former PM Deve Gowda, 90, Leaves Hospital
Former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda, who was admitted to a private hospital with respiratory illness, was discharged on Sunday afternoon, the hospital said.
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Spain Considers Nationwide Hospital Mask Rule As Flu, COVID Hit Europe
Spain's government proposed a nationwide mandate for people to wear masks in hospitals and health clinics on Monday, and Italy said respiratory illness infection rates had hit a record, as flu and COVID spread across Europe.
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Covid Test Mandatory In Karnataka For Patients With Respiratory Diseases
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Friday said he has directed health officials to make Covid test mandatory for those with Influenza Like Illness (ILI) or Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI).
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Understanding The Difference Between HMPV And RSV Respiratory Infections
HMPV Infection Vs. RSV Infection: Understanding the differences between HMPV and RSV is crucial for timely diagnosis, prevention, and management.
-
Fight HMPV With Hydration, Nutrition, No Antibiotics Needed: Ex-AIIMS Director
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.
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China Calls HMPV Outbreak 'Winter Occurrence', India Says 'Don't Panic'
The spread of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) -- a respiratory illness with flu-like symptoms, similar to COVID-19 -- in China has raised health concerns globally, with countries closely monitoring the situation.
-
As China Gets Another Covid-Like Scare, Beijing Calls It 'Winter Occurrence'
As photos emerge on social media showing hospitals in China swamped with people amid rising cases of human metapneumovirus or HMPV - a respiratory illness with symptoms similar to those of a flu - there are concerns of another health crisis.
-
Concerns Rise As Covid-Like HMPV Virus Spreads, Asian Countries Monitoring Situation
HMPV, which primarily affects children, has spread across northern China, prompting strict monitoring across Asia.
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'Disease X' In Congo Revealed To Be Malaria, Authorities Issue Urgent Warning
The mysterious flu-like disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dubbed "Disease X," has been confirmed as a severe form of malaria.
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Private Hot Tubs On Cruises Pose Risk Of Legionnaires Disease, CDC Reports
The CDC has warned travelers about the risks associated with private hot tubs on cruise ships after two outbreaks of Legionnaires disease.
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Delhi Air Pollution, Ahead Of Winter, Raises Respiratory Illness By 15%
In the national capital region (NCR), the air quality is said to be severely dangerous for citizens, especially those who suffer from respiratory issues and other life-threatening diseases.
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Left Veteran Sitaram Yechury Dies At 72 After Battling Respiratory Illness
Veteran Left leader and CPM general secretary Sitaram Yechury died this afternoon. He was 72 and was undergoing treatment for respiratory ailments at Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).
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Deadly Rat Disease Spreads to Humans, Kills 4 In US
Hantavirus: According to the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, this virus is a family of viruses spread mainly by rodents and can cause varied disease syndromes.
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Sleepy Sickness: The Forgotten Disease That Once Paralysed The World
A century ago, a mysterious illness known as "sleepy sickness" or encephalitis lethargica caused an epidemic, beginning in northern France in 1916 and spreading globally.
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There Are New Flu Vaccines On Offer For 2024. Should You Get One?
Influenza is a common respiratory infection. Although most cases are relatively mild, flu can cause more severe illness in young children and older people.
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"Fit And Functional": Former PM Deve Gowda, 90, Leaves Hospital
Former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda, who was admitted to a private hospital with respiratory illness, was discharged on Sunday afternoon, the hospital said.
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Spain Considers Nationwide Hospital Mask Rule As Flu, COVID Hit Europe
Spain's government proposed a nationwide mandate for people to wear masks in hospitals and health clinics on Monday, and Italy said respiratory illness infection rates had hit a record, as flu and COVID spread across Europe.
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Covid Test Mandatory In Karnataka For Patients With Respiratory Diseases
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Friday said he has directed health officials to make Covid test mandatory for those with Influenza Like Illness (ILI) or Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI).
