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80-yr old man with no travel history tests HMPV positive in Ahmedabad

The patient is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital and he does not have any travel history abroad

US 'notorious markets' report warns of risks from online pharmacies

The report also singled out 19 countries over concerns about counterfeit or pirated products

Health-tech platform Practo narrows losses to Rs 17 crore, revenue up 22%

Practo reported a 68 per cent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from FY22 to FY24. The company's Ebitda margins rose to 40 per cent from near zero in FY22

Lupin receives US FDA tentative approval for Ivacaftor Oral Granules

These granules, available in 25 mg, 50 mg, and 75 mg per unit dose packets, are a generic equivalent of Kalydeco Oral Granules

Amid concerns, WHO official says HMPV virus 'expected during winter'

WHO official said that the pathogens are known ones and can be tackled, including the pathogens of Covid-19

Lupin gets clearance from USFDA for its Pithampur manufacturing facility

Lupin, headquartered in Mumbai, India, is a global pharmaceutical player with products distributed in over 100 markets

HMPV cases in India highlights: Mumbai reports first case, 6-month-old child tests positive

HMPV Cases in India updates: Catch all the major news updates on human metapneumovirus cases here

No need to panic as J'khand still unaffected by HMPV cases: Health minister

Ansari said he is closely monitoring the situation

HMPV scare: Centre asks states to enhance surveillance, create awareness

Seven HMPV cases detected in India; health secretary says country prepared for any potential surge in respiratory illness cases

India striving to be global healthcare custodian: Torrent's Samir Mehta

India's excellence in producing high-quality, affordable generic drugs and vaccines has positioned the nation as a key player on the global stage, he said

HMPV cases in India: Simple Do's and Don'ts to safeguard your health

Rising cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China, and now India, have drawn attention to the virus. However, the govt advises people to follow specific Dos and Don'ts to protect themselves

All need to take those precautions: Karnataka home minister on HMPV cases

The doctors and the specialists are saying that this is not a dangerous one but precautions have already been instructed by the health department, G. Parameshwara said

HMPV symptoms, precautions, treatment: All your questions answered

HMPV in India: The detection of HMPV cases in India has raised concerns, particularly over its impact on children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems

HMPV in India: Centre asks states to increase surveillance as cases rise

At least five cases of HMPV have been reported in India, all of them among children

Two suspected cases of HMPV reported in 7 and 13 years old in Nagpur

In the wider context, India has already detected three cases of HMPV. Two of the cases were identified in Bengaluru, Karnataka, and another case was recorded in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

HMPV outbreak: India reports 5 cases, govt says there's no need to panic

Health Min says current data shows no unusual surge in influenza-like respiratory illnesses

Study reveals direct link between loneliness, disease causing proteins

The researchers found 175 proteins related to social isolation and 26 proteins linked to loneliness -- although there was substantial overlap, with most of the proteins linked to loneliness

HMPV outbreak: 5 children test positive, Nadda says 'no reason to worry'

Two cases were detected in Karnataka by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) through routine surveillance for multiple respiratory viral pathogens

USC seeks Indian collaborations to address healthcare challenges

India's efficient research systems and diverse population offer valuable opportunities for conducting impactful clinical trials

HMPV cases in India: Everything we know about the tests, treatment so far

China is seeing a human metapneumovirus (HMPV) outbreak five years after the Covid-19 pandemic. The virus targets the respiratory system and is especially dangerous for vulnerable populations