Explainer: What is HMPV and how does it spread?

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a globally recognised respiratory virus that recently gained attention after its outbreak was reported in China. Kindly note that this image has been posted for......

Centre steps in as 'undiagnosed fever' claims 15 lives in Kutch

In the wake of an undiagnosed fever claiming 15 lives in Gujarat's Kutch, the Union health ministry has set up a surveillance mechanism to immediately respond to such outbreaks, official sources......

Prevent undue panic: Centre advises states on mpox

The Centre on Monday advised states and Union territories to screen and test all suspect mpox cases in the community, and identify isolation facilities in hospitals for both suspect and confirmed......

Pneumonia outbreak in China: Centre asks states to...

The Union health ministry has advised states to immediately review public health preparedness in view of recent reports indicating a surge in respiratory illness in children in northern China.......