Chinese Official Confirms Surge in Human Metapneumovirus Cases, Downplays Severity
Beijing: China confirmed a surge in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases on Friday, but downplayed the situation, attributing the rise to the seasonal peak in respiratory infections common during the winter months in the Northern Hemisphere. During a press…
चीन में ह्यूमन मेटाप्न्युमोवायरस (HMPV) का फैलाव, विशेषज्ञों ने घबराने से बचने की दी सलाह
आशिष सिन्हा चीन में ह्यूमन मेटाप्न्युमोवायरस (HMPV) के फैलने से चिंता बढ़ गई है, लेकिन डॉक्टर और स्वास्थ्य विशेषज्ञ घबराने की बजाय सतर्क रहने की सलाह दे रहे हैं। कोविड-19 महामारी के पांच साल बाद अब चीन में इस वायरस के मामलों में वृद्धि देखी जा रही है।…
WHO Urges China to Share Data Five Years After COVID-19’s Emergence
JNS: The World Health Organization (WHO) has marked the fifth anniversary of COVID-19’s emergence, reflecting on the global response to the pandemic and the ongoing efforts to understand the disease. WHO issued a call for continued transparency from…
ICMR Study Dismisses Link Between COVID-19 Vaccination and Sudden Deaths in Young Adults
JNS: A new study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has dismissed allegations connecting COVID-19 vaccinations to sudden deaths among young adults. The findings, shared by Union Health Minister JP Nadda in the Rajya Sabha on…
Surge in AI Demand Linked to Increased Air Pollution and Health Risks
JNS: The growing demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the accompanying increase in computer processing are escalating air pollution levels, primarily from power plants and backup diesel generators. Experts now warn that by 2030, this pollution…
Tuberculosis has overtaken COVID-19 as leading infectious disease killer in 2023
JNS: Tuberculosis (TB) has overtaken COVID-19 as the leading infectious disease killer in 2023, according to a new report released by the World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday. The report indicates that approximately 8.2 million new TB cases were…
Delhi Government Imposes Total Ban on Firecrackers Amid Rising Pollution
New Delhi: The Delhi Government has enacted a comprehensive ban on the manufacturing, storage, and sale of all types of firecrackers due to escalating pollution levels in the national capital. This ban takes effect immediately and will remain in place…
Government Approves Fortified Rice Supply to Combat Anaemia and Nutrient Deficiency
New Delhi: In a significant move to address anaemia and micronutrient deficiencies in India, the Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation of free fortified rice distribution under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan…
WHO Approves First Emergency Diagnostic Test for Mpox to Combat Outbreak
Geneva: The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Friday the approval of the first diagnostic test for mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, for emergency use. This decision aims to enhance diagnostic capabilities in countries grappling with…
XEC: New COVID-19 Variant Raises Concerns as Virus Continues to Evolve
RNS: As the colder months approach, a new coronavirus subvariant known as XEC is emerging as a significant concern in Western Europe. Health officials are increasingly worried that this variant could reverse recent positive trends in COVID-19…