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Why in the news? Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) has been detected in India, causing respiratory infections. The government is monitoring cases, while health experts assure that it is not a new virus, emphasizing preventive measures and vigilance in light of global reports. Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): Overview and Symptoms What is HMPV?: HMPV is a respiratory virus …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Health Ministry is monitoring the surge in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China, particularly affecting children. India has not reported any unusual spike in respiratory illnesses, and authorities reassure there is no immediate cause for concern. HMPV Outbreak in China: The Union Health Ministry is closely monitoring the rise …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Rwanda successfully contained its first-ever Marburg Virus outbreak, with the WHO declaring it over after 42 days without new cases, highlighting effective public health response. Successful Containment of the Outbreak Rwanda has officially ended its first-ever Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak. WHO declared the outbreak over after 42 days without new …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A study on drug optimization for high blood pressure in South Asians revealed three effective combinations, improving control rates significantly, offering guidance for hypertension management in India. Overview of the Study: Conducted by the Centre for Chronic Disease Control (CCDC) in collaboration with AIIMS, India, and Imperial College, London. Focused on …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A 75-year-old man in Kerala has been diagnosed with murine typhus after visiting Vietnam and Cambodia. The disease, transmitted by fleas, raises concerns about its spread in regions where rats are prevalent. About Murine Typhus: Cause: Infectious disease caused by the flea-borne bacteria Rickettsia typhi. Transmission: Spread through bites from infected …
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