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CHOC doctor suggesting getting children involved in creating healthy living habits Dr. Reshmi Basu is board-certified in pediatrics and is a member of the CHOC’s Primary Care Network who treats kids and teens in Orange County. Dr. Reshmi Basu is board-certified in pediatrics and is a member of the CHOC’s Primary Care Network who treats kids and teens in Orange County.

Antibiotics not needed for HMPV: Former AIIMS Director There is no role of antibiotics in treating the HMPV, a respiratory illness currently witnessing a surge in China and logging a few cases in India, said former AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria, on Tuesday. There is no role of antibiotics in treating the HMPV, a respiratory illness currently witnessing a surge in China and logging a few cases in India, said former AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria, on Tuesday.

Genome sequencing key to check HMPV spread: AIIMS, Neeri | Nagpur News Nagpur: National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (Neeri) and AIIMS-Nagpur, spearheading fight against human metapneumovirus (HMPV), said . Nagpur: National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (Neeri) and AIIMS-Nagpur, spearheading fight against human metapneumovirus (HMPV), said .

Kannadigas living in China dismiss talk of HMPV scare, say life is normal | Bengaluru News Bengaluru: Kannadigas residing in China, where a large number of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections are said to have been reported, say life in t. Bengaluru: Kannadigas residing in China, where a large number of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections are said to have been reported, say life in t.

Two suspected HMPV cases in Nagpur, one in Mumbai Two suspected cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been reported in Nagpur, involving children aged 7 and 13 years, along with another suspected case in Mumbai. Speaking at a press conference, State Health Minister Prakash Abitkar said both children in Nagpur tested positive for HMPV at a private hospital. After treatment, they were discharged. However, […] Two suspected cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been reported in Nagpur, involving children aged 7 and 13 years, along with another suspected case in Mumbai. Speaking at a press conference, State Health Minister Prakash Abitkar said both children in Nagpur tested positive for HMPV at a private hospital. After treatment, they were discharged. However, […]

Norovirus: All you may want to know about symptoms, treatment and prevention Norovirus infections are rising across the U.S., with outbreaks increasing significantly from last year. The virus spreads through contaminated food, water or contact. Symptoms usually last 1-3 days, but proper hygiene and hydration can help manage the illness. Norovirus infections are rising across the U.S., with outbreaks increasing significantly from last year. The virus spreads through contaminated food, water or contact. Symptoms usually last 1-3 days, but proper hygiene and hydration can help manage the illness.

US still off the HMPV grid despite rising global concerns: All you need to know about this virus The CDC is monitoring China's HMPV outbreak, which has not yet reached the U.S. Despite global concerns, no unusual surge has been reported in America as HMPV activity remains seasonal. The CDC is monitoring China's HMPV outbreak, which has not yet reached the U.S. Despite global concerns, no unusual surge has been reported in America as HMPV activity remains seasonal.

HMPV cases in India: Should we be worried?

Is your diet increasing your risk of liver cancer? | A new study reveals that certain diets, particularly those high in fat and sugar, could significantly increase the risk of developing liver cancer. Understanding the link between diet and liver health is crucial for prevention strategies. A new study reveals that certain diets, particularly those high in fat and sugar, could significantly increase the risk of developing liver cancer. Understanding the link between diet and liver health is crucial for prevention strategies.

9 reasons to eat persimmon fruit in winter ​Persimmon is a superfruit for the winter season containing all the vital nutrients like vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants. Inclusion in the diet may enhance immunity, healthy skin, and overall well-being during the cold seasons. ​Persimmon is a superfruit for the winter season containing all the vital nutrients like vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants. Inclusion in the diet may enhance immunity, healthy skin, and overall well-being during the cold seasons.

No cause for alarm, but wear a mask in crowded places, advises Andhra Pradesh health official No cause for alarm, but wear a mask in crowded places, advises Andhra Pradesh health official. Wash hands with soap for 20 seconds, wear a mask in public places, stay away from those having symptoms, and avoid touching nose, eyes and mouth with unwashed hands, says Director of Public Health. No cause for alarm, but wear a mask in crowded places, advises Andhra Pradesh health official. Wash hands with soap for 20 seconds, wear a mask in public places, stay away from those having symptoms, and avoid touching nose, eyes and mouth with unwashed hands, says Director of Public Health.

Bird flu: First death from H5N1 strain reported in US Louisiana's health department says the 65-year-old patient had underlying health conditions. Louisiana's health department says the 65-year-old patient had underlying health conditions.

HMPV: Frenzy in India but no signs of Covid-like panic on Chinese social media An analysis of social media posts on Weibo suggested that HMPV's spread in China was not as lethal as it was being portrayed in India. No signs of restrictions on the movement of people or mass casualties as seen during the outbreak of Covid-19 in early 2020 were found. An analysis of social media posts on Weibo suggested that HMPV's spread in China was not as lethal as it was being portrayed in India. No signs of restrictions on the movement of people or mass casualties as seen during the outbreak of Covid-19 in early 2020 were found.

Veena George says no need to worry about HMPV infection Health Minister Veena George debunks fake news about HMPV, emphasizes precaution, inaugurates development projects at GMCH. Health Minister Veena George debunks fake news about HMPV, emphasizes precaution, inaugurates development projects at GMCH.

Only 3% Of Respiratory Cases Tested Are HMPV Positive: Ex-WHO Chief Scientist WHO former chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan said the HMPV infection has been in circulation in India for several years, but has come as a "bit of shock" to the people as it is not frequently talked about. WHO former chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan said the HMPV infection has been in circulation in India for several years, but has come as a "bit of shock" to the people as it is not frequently talked about.

States Asked To Ramp Up Surveillance For Respiratory Diseases Amid HMPV Concerns The two suspected cases of HMPV detected in Nagpur, both children aged seven and 14 years, were treated in the outpatient department of a private hospital. The two suspected cases of HMPV detected in Nagpur, both children aged seven and 14 years, were treated in the outpatient department of a private hospital.

BS EDIT: Tackling HMPV: A proactive approach BS EDIT: Tackling HMPV: A proactive approach BS EDIT: Tackling HMPV: A proactive approach

HMPV outbreak: How much would a HMPV test cost in Delhi? Check rates here Sources told Business Today that a typical test to detect HMPV, Human Metapneumovirus RT PCR, may cost about Rs 3,000 to Rs 4,000 at labs such as Dr Lal PathLabs and Max Healthcare Lab. Sources told Business Today that a typical test to detect HMPV, Human Metapneumovirus RT PCR, may cost about Rs 3,000 to Rs 4,000 at labs such as Dr Lal PathLabs and Max Healthcare Lab.

HMPV India cases: ‘No need to panic,’ says Maharashtra minister after two suspected cases in Nagpur State Education Minister Hasan Mushrif has appealed to the citizens to follow the guidelines and create awareness about this disease among people. State Education Minister Hasan Mushrif has appealed to the citizens to follow the guidelines and create awareness about this disease among people.

Two HMPV cases reported in Tamil Nadu, total cases in India rise to 7

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. 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.

HMPV may be more common than reported in India; virus has circulated for years: Scientists Officially, only two infant cases have been confirmed in India, amid rising global concern. Officially, only two infant cases have been confirmed in India, amid rising global concern.

Amid HMPV scare, Tamil Nadu Health Secretary's advice: 'Those with severe lung infections...' Two cases of HMPV have been reported in Tamil Nadu, one from Chennai and another from Salem. Two cases of HMPV have been reported in Tamil Nadu, one from Chennai and another from Salem.

Amid HMPV scare, Centre asks states to increase surveillance for respiratory diseases Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava on Monday chaired a virtual meeting with states and union territories to take stock of respiratory illnesses and HMPV cases in the country and public health measures for their management, a health ministry statement said. Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava on Monday chaired a virtual meeting with states and union territories to take stock of respiratory illnesses and HMPV cases in the country and public health measures for their management, a health ministry statement said.

Is HMPV as dangerous as COVID-19? Key differences, symptoms, and fatality risks HMPV vs COVID-19 Symptoms: Although both HMPV and COVID-19 are different they do share some similarities. Both the virus can spread through respiratory droplets, direct contact and contaminated surfaces. HMPV vs COVID-19 Symptoms: Although both HMPV and COVID-19 are different they do share some similarities. Both the virus can spread through respiratory droplets, direct contact and contaminated surfaces.

HMPV Virus Cases Live Updates: Day after first reported cases, states asked to keep check on surge HMPV Virus Cases in India Live News Updates: The first HMPV infection was  detected at the Baptist Hospital in Bengaluru where an eight-month-old boy and a three-month-old girl were being treated for symptoms of pneumonia. HMPV Virus Cases in India Live News Updates: The first HMPV infection was  detected at the Baptist Hospital in Bengaluru where an eight-month-old boy and a three-month-old girl were being treated for symptoms of pneumonia.

HMPV Virus Cases Live Updates: Two suspected cases of HMPV detected in Nagpur - The Times of India Two suspected cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been reported in Nagpur, Maharashtra, raising concerns about the virus's spread in India. Th Two suspected cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been reported in Nagpur, Maharashtra, raising concerns about the virus's spread in India. Th