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human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in northern China is declining, a health official said Sunday, amid some international concern over a potential pandemic. HMPV, which belongs to the same family as the respiratory syncytial virus, causes flu or cold-like symptoms including fever, cough and nasal congestion. The symptoms often clear up by themselves, though they can cause lower respiratory tract infections among children, older adults and those immunocompromised. «The human metapneumovirus is not a new virus, and has been with humans for at least several decades,» said Wang Liping, a researcher at the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, during a press briefing by China's National Health Commission.

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus, marking the state's first recorded case, according to the officials. Superintendent of Assam Medical College and Hospital, Dhruv Jyoti Bhuiyan confirmed the infection, stating that a test was conducted on the child, which returned positive results. «This morning, we got the report of the child who had come here who had cough and symptoms and had been diagnosed with the HMPV virus. The test was part of the routine but the results came positive. There is nothing to worry about, the child is perfectly alright, it is a 10-month-old child..» said Buiyan while speaking to ANI.

human metapneumovirus (HMPV) case, with a nine-month-old child contracting the infection in Ahmedabad, officials said Saturday. All the cases have been reported in less than a week. The baby boy was admitted to a private hospital in the city on January 6 with a cold, cough and difficulty in breathing. He has no history of foreign or other travel, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation said. On Friday, an eight-year-old boy from Sabarkantha district was confirmed to be infected with HMPV, making him the third case in the state. Two days back, an 80-year-old man tested positive for the viral infection in Ahmedabad. The patient, who has been suffering from asthma, is currently being treated at a private hospital.

human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection, marking the first reported case this season, officials confirmed on Saturday. The child is currently being treated at Assam Medical College and Hospital (AMCH) in Dibrugarh and is said to be in stable condition. In a PTI report, the superintendent of AMCH Dr. Dhrubajyoti Bhuyan shared that the child had been admitted to the hospital four days ago with symptoms related to a cold. “The HMPV infection was confirmed after we received the test results from the ICMR-RMRC in Lahowal,” he said. The testing of samples for influenza and flu-related illnesses is part of the hospital's routine process.

antiparasitic drugs, traditionally prescribed for infections caused by roundworms and other parasites, hold the key to combating cancer? Hollywood actor Mel Gibson appears to believe so. In a candid conversation on comedian Joe Rogan's podcast, the Braveheart star revealed that two of his close friends, who had been battling stage 4 cancer, experienced remarkable recoveries after using ivermectin and fenbendazole—drugs commonly employed to treat parasitic infections like roundworms and threadworms. Gibson went on to make a bold statement, claiming that all three friends who tried these medications «don’t have cancer right now.» He emphatically added, «This stuff works, man.» While these claims have sparked interest, experts urge caution, as scientific evidence supporting the use of these drugs for cancer treatment remains in its infancy. Some preliminary studies hint at potential benefits. For instance, ivermectin, when combined with other therapies, has been found to shrink tumors in early research, though such findings are yet to be validated by larger clinical trials. Similarly, fenbendazole—marketed under brand names such as Panacur and Safe-Guard—has shown promise in laboratory studies by halting the growth of certain aggressive cancer cells.

HMPV Case LIVE: Amid heightened surveillance in India, another HMPV case was reported in Gujarat on Friday. Meanwhile, China has said that it is in close communication with the World Health Organisation (WHO) related to the situation of respiratory diseases, including HMPV.

milk linked to a deadly listeria outbreak has permanently closed all four of its plants.A spokesperson for Toronto-based Joriki said the closures meant the majority of Joriki’s employees were laid off when it shuttered its two plants in Ontario, one in B.C. and one in Pennsylvania owned by a subsidiary.The spokesperson said that as the company is pursuing creditor protection, it doesn’t have the finances to maintain operations and does not plan to reopen the plants.Joriki has filed for creditor production and says it plans to restructure its business.Its filings listed more than 100 organizations that Joriki owes over $200 million, including $775,000 in unpaid wages.The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said the company’s Pickering, Ont.

human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection in Ahmedabad city of Gujarat on Thursday, officials said. The patient is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital and he does not have any travel history abroad, a statement issued by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) said.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: India saw more than 200 cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases between January and December last year, senior government scientists said, emphasizing that the virus is not a new pathogen and there was no cause for concern. The virus has been reported every year in India, and there is no unusual increase in cases in the country.

World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday played down concerns about the spread of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China, citing data from Chinese authorities that it said showed hospital utilisation is currently lower than that this time last year.

After COVID-19, another respiratory illness has become a cause of concern. Currently, several countries including China and India are witnessing a surge in cases of the infection. According to Google Trends data, there is a spike in search terms like ‘Human metapneumovirus’ and ‘HMPV virus symptoms’.

HMPV) has become a household term as reports of a surge in cases of the respiratory virus in China have evoked dark echoes of the start of the COVID-19 pandemic almost exactly five years ago.

human metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been detected in the country-two in Karnataka and one in Gujarat-all in infants, amid concerns over a surge in HMPV cases in China, five years after the Covid outbreak. There is no history of international travel in both the cases detected in Bengaluru-a three-month-old girl and an eight-month-old boy who were treated at Baptist Hospital. Both the children came in with symptoms of pneumonia. The girl has since been discharged and the boy is recovering. While many states including Delhi and Karnataka have issued directives or advisories with precautionary measures, health experts emphasise that there is no need to panic. ET explains:

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) outbreaks in China has sparked global concern, drawing parallels with the COVID-19 pandemic that reshaped the world.

HMPV virus in China is being monitored by several countries.

HMPV) were detected in Bengaluru on January 6, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said in a statement. Both cases had no history of international travel. The ICMR identified the cases through routine surveillance for multiple respiratory viral pathogens as part of its ongoing efforts to monitor respiratory illnesses across the country.

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in the state, detected through routine surveillance under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP).

Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus has hit the headlines around the world including India, sparking concerns about the possibility of a Covid-like crisis. However, health experts are urging the public to remain calm and avoid unnecessary panic.

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus commonly linked to seasonal illnesses. The Chinese government has implemented increased screening measures to control the spread of HMPV, as social media videos from hospitals show crowded waiting areas and patients wearing masks. This has led to concerns about a new health crisis, but health authorities in China and other countries, including India, have reassured the public that there is no cause for alarm.