Bangladesh has confirmed its first death due to the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) following the passing of a woman with multiple underlying health issues. The deceased, Sanjida Akhter, died on Wednesday evening at Dhaka’s Infectious Diseases Hospital, where she had been receiving treatment since Sunday. According to Ariful Bashar, a senior consultant at the hospital,
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Respiratory infections are a growing health concern, especially during seasonal outbreaks, impacting children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Among these, Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) are two major culprits that often cause significant illness. While they share similarities in symptoms and transmission, they
In a welcome relief for Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stage III restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) as air quality shows signs of improvement. Favorable weather conditions, including better wind speeds, have been key factors in reducing pollution levels, according to […]
In light of a surge in respiratory illnesses in China, including Covid-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV), the Indian government has reassured citizens that the country is well-prepared to handle any potential impact. During a Joint Monitoring Group (JMG) meeting on January 4, 2025, chaired by the Director General of Health Services (DGHS), experts from WHO, ICMR, […]
Lal Krishna Advani, a prominent BJP leader and one of India’s longest-serving political figures, has been admitted to Apollo Hospital in Delhi after his health deteriorated late last night. At 97 years old, Advani, who celebrated his birthday last month, has been battling recurring health issues in recent months. This marks his fourth hospitalization since […]
Ahmedabad: Despite receiving a significant allocation of ₹2,879.3 crore under the Poshan Abhiyaan over the last three years, Gujarat continues to grapple with alarming levels of malnutrition and anaemia, government data reveals. As of October 2024, 40.8% of children aged 0-5 years in Gujarat are stunted, 7.8% are wasted, and 21% are underweight, reflecting the […]
In response to Supreme Court directives, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has allowed schools and colleges in Delhi-NCR to adopt a hybrid teaching model, combining physical and online classes wherever feasible. This decision comes as part of eased restrictions under Stages 3 and 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). The Supreme […]
As Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) hit a hazardous level of 526 on November 20, the state government has taken urgent measures to mitigate the impact. In a General Administrative Department order, the Delhi government directed all government and Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) offices to operate with only 50% of staff on-site, with the […]
In response to worsening air quality, the district administrations of Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida) have directed schools to suspend physical classes and move to online learning for students up to Class 12. The decision, announced late Monday, comes under Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to combat severe pollution in […]
New Delhi: On Wednesday, Delhi experienced the worst air quality in the country, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching the “severe” category for the first time this season. The central pollution watchdog attributed the sudden spike to an unusually dense fog, describing it as a temporary “episodic event.” As of 4 p.m., the city’s […]
