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First U.S. Death from Bird Flu Confirmed in Louisiana

Louisiana Records First U.S. Fatality from H5N1 Avian Influenza

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Andrew Parker

The United States has recorded its first human death from the H5N1 bird flu virus, with Louisiana health officials confirming the case ...

India Confirms First HMPV Case in Bengaluru Infant

India Detects First HMPV Case in Bengaluru Baby

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Andrew Parker

Bengaluru has become the focal point of India’s first suspected Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) case after an eight-month-old infant was diagnosed with respiratory ...

A pediatric ward with healthcare workers attending to young patients, highlighting the HMPV outbreak in China.

What to Know About China’s Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Outbreak

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Andrew Parker

China is currently facing a spike in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections, predominantly affecting children under 14. The outbreak, as reported by Newsweek, ...

An image depicting a person using hand sanitizer, or a family on vacation being careful to avoid germs.

Norovirus on the Rise: How to Protect Yourself at Home and on the Go

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Andrew Parker

With norovirus cases surging across the country, it’s more important than ever to take proactive steps to protect yourself and your loved ...

Common questions related to EHIC/GHIC

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Andrew Parker

Can we do away with an EHIC card? If it has expired then sure and you can apply for a GHIC as ...

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