An eight-year-old boy from Gujarat's Sabarkantha district has tested positive for human metapneumovirus (HMPV), marking the third confirmed case in the state, officials reported on Friday. The child, part of…
It’s a common, though often misguided, practice to take antibiotics when something feels off. Whether it's a headache, stomachache, or fever, many people reach for these medications without consulting a…
The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) is maintaining vigilance over seasonal influenza and respiratory infections across India, coordinating with international health bodies following reports of a Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)…
Rising Cardiac Arrests Among People in Their 30s: An Alarming Trend Cardiac arrest, a sudden and life-threatening condition, occurs when the heart’s electrical system malfunctions, halting its ability to pump…
Urgent Warning: Spread of ‘Bleeding Eye’ Virus Marburg Sparks Global Concern An urgent alert has been issued as the Marburg virus, commonly referred to as the ‘Bleeding Eye’ virus due…
Dengue Cases Decline Across Tricity as Winter Sets In The arrival of winter is offering respite to residents of Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula, as dengue cases show a significant decline.…
WHO Maintains Mpox as Public Health Emergency Amid Rising Cases The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that Mpox will remain classified as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern…
World Pneumonia Day 2024: Highlighting a Global Health Challenge Pneumonia remains a major global health issue, affecting millions annually and posing severe risks, particularly to young children, the elderly, and…
The herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), commonly associated with cold sores, has been linked to a potential increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. New research is revealing how the…
In response to the growing number of dengue cases, Karnal MLA Jagmohan Anand chaired a meeting on Wednesday with health department officials to address the ongoing issue of vacant positions…